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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

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

संविधान संशोधन की प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद द्वारा नियंत्रित होती है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the amendment process?

संसदीय प्रश्न सत्र के दौरान प्रश्नों के उत्तर कौन देता है?

Who appoints the members of the Finance Commission of India?

Who is the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?

Which of the following is the longest serving Chief Minister in India?

Who has the power to remove a Governor from office in India?

अभियोजक की स्वतंत्रता किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

भारत का राष्ट्रपति किस प्रक्रिया द्वारा चुना जाता है?