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Thomas Ignatius MacWan

b. 1952

Indian Catholic archbishop

Catholic priest Catholic bishop
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About Thomas Ignatius MacWan

Born 1952. Thomas Ignatius MacWan is an Indian catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Archbishop Thomas Ignatius Macwan is the current archbishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Gandhinagar.

Early life Bishop Thomas was born on 14 October 1952 in Bhavnagar, Gujarat.

Controversy

During the 2017 campaign for Gujarat Assembly elections, Archbishop MacWan issued a letter to the Christian community suggesting that they pray for the election of "humane leaders", to "save" India "from nationalist forces". The Legal Rights Observatory lodged a complaint with the Election Commission of India against the archbishop. The Election Commission served a notice to the archbishop, asking for an explanation.

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Important facts

Born
14 October 1952, Bhavnagar
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Catholic priest, Catholic bishop
Nationality
India
Positions held
Diocesan bishop, Catholic archbishop

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Thomas Ignatius MacWan?

Indian Catholic archbishop

When was Thomas Ignatius MacWan born?

Thomas Ignatius MacWan was born on 14 October 1952 in Bhavnagar.

What is Thomas Ignatius MacWan's occupation?

Thomas Ignatius MacWan is a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

What nationality is Thomas Ignatius MacWan?

Thomas Ignatius MacWan is Indian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas Ignatius MacWan

· Wikidata: Q1746449

· DBpedia: Thomas Ignatius MacWan

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