Claim: Online posts shared hundreds of times in India have falsely claimed that an Islamic group in neighbouring Bangladesh advertised cash payments to anyone who could convert Hindu girls to Islam. AFP found several visual inconsistencies with the message that indicated it was doctored from an unrelated notice. The group has denied that it offered cash for conversions.
Fact-check: Bangladesh organisation's notice doctored to promote false 'cash for Islamic conversion' claim
Verdict: bangladesh organisation's notice doctored to promote false 'cash for islamic conversion' claim
Organisation: AFP Fact Check
Author: Devesh Mishra
Date published: 2024-04-24T08:41:00