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Secular State vs. Religious Freedoms

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Delves into India’s model of secularism, where the state maintains principled distance from all religions yet guarantees freedom of conscience (Articles 25–28). Unlike the “wall of separation” notion, India’s secularism allows state intervention in religious practices for social reform, such as banning untouchability or regulating temple finances. This fosters communal harmony but sometimes sparks debates on uniform civil code, minority rights, or state-funded pilgrimages. Critics question whether consistent neutrality is always upheld. Nevertheless, the Constitution aims to balance multiple faiths fairly, fostering an inclusive social order that respects religious pluralism and modern liberal values.

Practice Questions

Which article of the Indian Constitution mentions the procedure for amendment?

किस संविधान संशोधन ने संसद में महिलाओं के आरक्षण का प्रस्ताव रखा?

भारतीय संसद में सर्वोच्च विधायी प्राधिकारी कौन है?

निर्वाचन आयोग के अध्यक्ष का चयन किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

किस संविधान संशोधन ने राष्ट्रपति के चुनाव में एकल मत प्रणाली अपनाने का प्रावधान किया?

Who among the following is the ex-officio Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission of India?

Which of the following is NOT a part of the Union List of the Indian Constitution?

संसद के अधिवेशन के अंतराल का निर्धारण किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

Who among the following was the first woman Governor of an Indian state?

What is the maximum number of members in the Rajya Sabha?