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Why is it important to separate the State and religion in democratic societies?
Why is it important to separate the State and religion in democratic societies?
To prevent tyranny of the majority and violation of Fundamental Rights.
What are the objectives of a secular State according to the Indian Constitution?
What are the objectives of a secular State according to the Indian Constitution?
To prevent religious community domination, intra-religious community domination, and to protect religious freedom of individuals.
How does the Indian State work to prevent domination based on religion?
How does the Indian State work to prevent domination based on religion?
By distancing itself from religion and not supporting any one religion.
What challenges may arise if the State is controlled by a religious majority?
What challenges may arise if the State is controlled by a religious majority?
Why is it important for individuals to have the freedom to interpret religious teachings differently?
Why is it important for individuals to have the freedom to interpret religious teachings differently?
Give an example of a scenario where the lack of separation between State and religion could lead to resistance in reforming religious practices.
Give an example of a scenario where the lack of separation between State and religion could lead to resistance in reforming religious practices.
What does secularism refer to?
What does secularism refer to?
Why is it important to separate religion from the State?
Why is it important to separate religion from the State?
Why do different religious groups need to coexist peacefully within a country?
Why do different religious groups need to coexist peacefully within a country?
What is the role of Fundamental Rights in protecting individuals?
What is the role of Fundamental Rights in protecting individuals?
Can there be different views within the same religion?
Can there be different views within the same religion?
Why is retaliation not the proper response to problems related to religion?
Why is retaliation not the proper response to problems related to religion?
