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Bipul GuptaAIR 103· 2023

Question 10CommentGS1GS1

India's secular approach has remained that of a 'principled distance' and not 'absolute distance'. Comment. (Answer in 150 words)

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Introduction

Indian model of secularism is a dynamic model (unlike western model) where the state maintains principled distance.

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Main Body

Distance based on situational stated nature. India's secular approach: (1) Although Articles 25,26 allow equal-distant approach, Articles 29,30 give certain privileges to religious minorities in scheduled state areas; (2) Doctrine of essentiality means municipalised protection of practice instead of blanket law allowance; (3) A blatant violation of fundamental rights is not allowed; (4) Sunil Valasp case inviolated Sunil Valasp; (5) Religious personal laws such as Indian Christian Marriage Act, Hindu Marriage Act provide principled autonomy to each religion; (6) Article 28 allows state to fund minority educational institutions now discriminately.

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Conclusion

Thus, Indian secularism adopts a delicate balance of our principled distance to balance the secular public.

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  • Clearly defines the concept of 'principled distance' versus 'absolute distance'
  • References specific constitutional articles
  • Provides practical examples through cases and personal laws
  • Acknowledges the dynamic nature of Indian secularism compared to Western models

Topper

Bipul Gupta

AIR 1032023

Subject & Paper

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Topic

Effects of Globalization on Indian society. Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism & Secularism

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism & Secularism

Secularism in India

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