Question

INDIA is a global leader in upholding secularism. Write at least five points to support your answer.

Answer 1

Answer:

• "Please remember that culture is a way of life and religion is a way of worship. Accordingly, I have the honour of asserting that India is a country built on the foundations of a civilisation that is fundamentally tolerant,"

• In India, religious freedom is a fundamental right guaranteed under Articles 25 to 28 of the Constitution.
• "We do not need any lessons from anybody. Some countries of late have started giving us 'pravachans' (sermons), forgetting what is happening back in their own countries. If at all, you have to grade number one, the most secular country in the world, is Indian civilization, India, that is Bharat, our motherland,".

Answer 2

INDIA is a global leader in upholding secularism.

Explanation:

• The state supports and acknowledges all religions equally. In the grounds of religion, there is no State segregation. Non-interference by the state in the workings of any religion. Any person has the right to follow any religion, spread it and profess it.
• For example, In terms of education, India provides financial assistance to religious schools and acknowledges the laws of religion over government. The Indian system has provided opportunities for various religious sects to establish and maintain schools, administer religious education, and obtain limited however substantial govt. support.