Question

Secularism means People are free to follow any Religion. State whether the statement is True (or) False. And Justify it (Topic: Fundamental Rights of Citizens Under Constitution)

Answer 1

Christianity is one major influence among many that shape our current ways of life. ... Secularism seeks to ensure and protect freedom of religious belief and practice for all citizens. ... Secularism ensures that the right of individuals to freedom of religion is always balanced by the right to be free from .

Answer 2

True. Secularism means People are free to follow any Religion.

Secularism means religion is completely non-influential on state and vice-versa.

Explanation:  

• Secular state is one that has no interference with the religious practices of its citizens. The state is a completely different entity and is not driven by religious practices and customs.
• Also, people are free to follow any religion of their choice and profess it as per their choice as well.
• This can also be said that a secular state is completely neutral to all religions. However, Indian secularism is different from western practice.