Question

Why is it important to separate religion from the state? (Long answer type question)​

Answer 1

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⏩ The most important aspect of secularism is it's separation of religion from state power. This is important for a country to function democratically.

⏩ Almost all countries of the world will have more than one religious group living in them. Among these religious groups, there will almost likely be one group that is in majority.

⏩ If this majority religious group has access to state power, then it could quite easily use this power and financial resources to discriminate against and persecute persons of other religions. This tyranny of the majority could result in the discrimination, coercion, and at times, even killing of religious minorities.

⏩ The majority could quite easily prevent minorities from practicing their religions. Any form of domination based on religion is in violation of rights that a democratic society guarantees to each and every citizen irrespective of their religion.

⏩ Therefore, the tyranny of the majority and violation of fundamental rights that can result, is one reason why it is important to separate the state and religion in democratic societies.

⏩ Another reason is because we also need to protect the freedom of individuals to exit from their religion, embrace another religion or have the freedom to interpret religious teachings differently. For instance, if you are a part of dominant religious group, you might face a lot of resistance from fellow members of your community. These members who have control of state power might say that there is only one interpretation of Hinduism and you do not have the freedom to interpret this differently.

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Answer 2

Answer:−

⏩ The most important aspect of secularism is it's separation of religion from state power. This is important for a country to function democratically.

⏩ Almost all countries of the world will have more than one religious group living in them. Among these religious groups, there will almost likely be one group that is in majority.

⏩ If this majority religious group has access to state power, then it could quite easily use this power and financial resources to discriminate against and persecute persons of other religions. This tyranny of the majority could result in the discrimination, coercion, and at times, even killing of religious minorities.