Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Indian Society: Challenges of Cultural Diversity

Question:

Which of the following is NOT correct?

Options:

There is separation of religious and political authority in Western Secularism

In Indian Context, Secularism goes hand in hand with Communalism

Secular Indian state respect all religion

A Secular state does not favour any religion

Correct Answer:

In Indian Context, Secularism goes hand in hand with Communalism

Explanation:

The incorrect statement is Option 2: In Indian Context, Secularism goes hand in hand with Communalism.

Secularism is the principle that government institutions should remain separate from religious institutions and personal religious beliefs. In India, secularism is enshrined in the Constitution, which states that the country is a "sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic republic." Communalism, on the other hand, is the promotion of the interests of a particular religious community over others. It is often based on the belief that one's own religion is superior to all others.

Secularism and communalism are therefore incompatible. Secularism seeks to promote tolerance and understanding between different religious groups, while communalism promotes division and hatred.

he other statements are correct:

  • There is separation of religious and political authority in Western Secularism: This is a key principle of secularism in Western countries. It means that the government does not have the authority to make decisions about religion, and religious institutions do not have the authority to make decisions about government.

  • Secular Indian state respect all religion: The Indian Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of religion. This means that the government cannot discriminate against any religion, and all religions are treated equally.

  • A Secular state does not favour any religion: This is another key principle of secularism. It means that the government does not promote any one religion over others, and it does not interfere in the internal affairs of religious groups.