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