Why did the makers of our constitution support a secular state
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India is a diverse nation that emerged even after several disputed and Partition of the country.
Secularism is followed to ensure that every individual is given equal importance, rights and opportunities so that they can participate freely.
There is no religious state in India since people live in harmony and peace with each other.
India was earlier consists of both British-ruled territories as well as many princely states. Hence, India become a Union of States.
1. Special status of uniyon Territory were given to those French and Portuguese rule territories.
2. Jammy and Kashmir were joined India in some special condition.
3. Small size of some states leads to their formation in Union Territory.
4. Special status has also be given to the states of North-East as they have a large tribal population, distinct history and culture.