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Communalism and Secularism

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Examines how communalism, based on religious antagonism, challenges India’s secular ethos. The Constitution declares India secular, ensuring religious freedom while disallowing a state religion. However, communal tensions erupt periodically, driven by identity politics, historical grievances, and extremist factions. Supreme Court judgments clarify that secularism means equal respect for all faiths, with the state adopting a neutral stand. Constitutional provisions like freedom of religion, minority rights, and anti-discrimination laws combat communal divisions. Still, the political misuse of religious sentiments for vote banks remains a concern. Strengthening constitutional values—mutual tolerance and inclusive development—remains essential to curb communal flare-ups.

Practice Questions

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख की नियुक्ति में अंतिम निर्णय किसके द्वारा होता है?

अभियोजक की नियुक्ति किस प्रावधान के तहत होती है?

Who has the authority to remove the Vice President of India from office?

भारत का संविधान किस वर्ष अपनाया गया था?

What is the term of office for a Governor of a state in India?

भारतीय न्यायपालिका की स्वतंत्रता का मूल सिद्धांत क्या है?

लोकसभा का कार्यकाल कितने वर्षों का होता है?

What is the term of office for the Vice President of India?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the creation of the All India Services?

राज्यों के बीच शक्तियों का संतुलन किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?