[Gengis Khan]

In Italy Hinduism isnt even recognised as a religion. So much for their so-called "religious freedom" (which is only for the Roman Catholics).

http://www.hinduismtoday.com/archives/1997/9/1997-9-18.shtml

"The problem is serious in Italy, for Hinduism is not officially recognized by the government. An individual's conversion and name change cannot be legalized. Tax-deductable status is not granted to Hindu organizations"

[B Knotts]

Regardless, Italy does not forbid converting to another religion, which is the issue at hand. Changing the subject does not address the issue.

[Mrs. Don-o]

"The problem is serious in Italy, for Hinduism is not officially recognized by the government. An individual's conversion and name change cannot be legalized. Tax-deductable status is not granted to Hindu organizations"

I'd certainly argue that this should be changed. Is Benedict XVI opposed to changing it?