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Understanding Secularism
Complete the following table:
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Objective |
Why is this important |
Example of a violation of this objective |
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One religious community does not dominate another. The State does not enforce any particular religion nor take away the religious freedom of individuals. |
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That some members do not dominate other members of the same religious community |
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Objective |
Why is this important |
Example of a violation of this objective |
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One religious community does not dominate another. |
It is important for maintaining harmony in society. |
A Muslim family living among Hindu people in a locality is forbidden to offer namaz. A Hindu religious procession is not allowed to cross along the road passing through a mosque. |
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The State does not enforce any particular religion nor take away the religious freedom of individuals |
It is essential in order to enforce the ideals of the Indian Constitution. |
Demolition of Babri Masjid |
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That some members do not dominate other members of the same religions |
It is important in order to establish equality in the society. |
Dalits are discouraged to enter a temple. |
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The most important aspect of secularism is its
The government cannot force Sikhs to wear a helmet while driving two wheelers because
In American secularism, there is a
The intervention of the State can also be in the form of __________.
In the United States of America, most children in government schools have to begin their school day reciting the ‘Pledge of _________’.
The most important aspect of secularism is its separation of religion from _________ power.
Government schools don't celebrate any ___________ festivals in the school premises.
The Indian State is not ruled by a _________ group and nor does it __________ any one religion.
In Indian secularism the State is not strictly separate from religion.
Wearing a pagri is central to a Sikh's religious practice.
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