Question

In spite of freedom of religion, why does communal tension persist in certain parts of the country sometimes ? Suggest ways and means to establish communal harmony

Answer 1

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In spite of freedom of religion, communal tension persist in certain parts of the country sometimes due to the following reasons: 

(i) Difference of Opinion: People belonging to different social, political and economic backgrounds have different views about different issues which may create indifference. 

(ii) Intolerance: People being intolerant do not accepts idea and values of people belonging to different ethnicity and culture. 

(iii) Prejudices: Prejudices in the society do not allow people to live in harmony. Some customs become unacceptable to few while they are norms for others. 

Answer 2

"In spite of freedom of religion, communal tension persists in certain parts of the country sometimes because of harming or harassing the principles of religion.

A place where both Temple, as well as Mosque, is located acts as the combining place of people who follow two different religious principles. When one gives importance to the values of his religion by neglecting the other religious principles, it leads to unnecessary problems and creates communal tension.

The people must realize that religions are nothing but a different path to travel towards God. Using the religion name to get the vote or other activities must be stopped and banned if possible."