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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

राज्य के अधिकारों की सीमा किसके द्वारा निर्धारित की जाती है?

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

What is the maximum number of members in the Legislative Assembly of a state?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख की नियुक्ति में किसका निर्णय अंतिम होता है?

Who is considered the "father of the Indian Constitution"?

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

Which of the following provisions is related to the emergency powers of the President of India?

आपातकाल की घोषणा के लिए प्रत्येक सदन में कितने प्रतिशत मतों की आवश्यकता होती है?

संसद के अध्यक्ष को किस नाम से जाना जाता है?

भारत में निर्वाचन आयोग का गठन किस आधार पर होता है?