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Understanding Secularism

Question
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Complete the following table:

Objective

Why is this important

Example of a violation of this objective

One religious community does not dominate another.

The State does not enforce any particular religion nor take away the religious freedom of individuals.

   

That some members do not dominate other members of the same religious community

   

Solution

Objective

Why is this important

Example of a violation of this objective

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.

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

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.