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India is a secular state because_________.

A
we don't have any official religion
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every one has the freedom to follow a religion of their choice
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the Constitution prohibits discrimination on the basis of religion
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all of the above
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The correct option is D all of the above
There is no official religion for the Indian state. Our Constitution does not give a special status to any religion. The Constitution provides to all individuals and communities freedom to profess, practice and propagate any religion, or not to follow any. The Constitution prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion.

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Which among the following statements about India’s Constitution is wrong? It

(a) prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion

(b) gives official status to one religion

(c) provides to all individuals freedom to profess any religion

(d) ensures equality of citizens within religious communities

Q. Which of the following is/are not central tenet(s) of the Constitution of India?
1. Prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion.
2. Gives official status to certain religions.
3. Provides freedom to profess any religion.
4. Ensure equality of all citizens within religious communities.
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Q. Which Article of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination against any citizen on the basis of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth?
Q. The Indian Constitution establishes a secular state, meaning:
1. the State treats all religions equally.
2. freedom of faith and worship is allowed to all the people.
3. educational institutions, without exception, are free to impart religious instruction.
4. the State makes no discrimination on the basis of religion in matters of employment.
Q. The Indian Constitution establishes a Secular State. It means ______.
1. the state treats all religions equally.
2. freedom of faith and worship is allowed to all the people.
3. educational institutions, without exception, are free to impart religious instruction.
4. the state makes no discrimination on the basis of religion in matters of employment.
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