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What is the fundamental principle of secularism in governance and society?
What is the fundamental principle of secularism in governance and society?
- Imposition of a particular religious belief on all citizens
- Separation of religion from the state and freedom of religion for all citizens (correct)
- Exclusion of certain religious communities from public life
- Promotion of a specific religion by the state
How does Indian secularism differ from Western secularism in terms of inclusivity?
How does Indian secularism differ from Western secularism in terms of inclusivity?
- Western secularism promotes religious uniformity
- Western secularism emphasizes the dominance of a single religion
- Indian secularism is inclusive and accommodates diverse religious beliefs and practices (correct)
- Indian secularism excludes certain religious communities
What does the principle of Sarva Dharma Sama Bhava advocate?
What does the principle of Sarva Dharma Sama Bhava advocate?
- Exclusion of certain religious beliefs
- Promotion of a single religious ideology
- Preferential treatment for a specific religion
- Equal respect for all religions (correct)
How does Indian secularism ensure equal treatment of all religions by the state?
How does Indian secularism ensure equal treatment of all religions by the state?
What is a defining feature of Indian governance in terms of secularism?
What is a defining feature of Indian governance in terms of secularism?