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Mansi SinghAIR 126

Question 19Discuss India's approach to secularism - both inter-religious and intra-religious dominationGS2GS1

India's approach to secularism does not merely challenge inter-religious domination but intra-religious domination as well. Discuss. (Answer in 250 words)

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Introduction

Secularism is separation of religion from state (for western countries) or equal treatment of all religion (for Indian context).

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Main Body

Role in Challenging Inter-religious dominates:

Constitutional ethics: Article 14 and 15 provide for right to equality.
Right to Freedom: as propogated in Article 25-28
Principle of Essentiality: as in "Shirivs Madi Case" to provide safety to essential components [eg Turban of Sikhism]
Cultural unity: historical significance (Ashoka, Akbar).
5Promotes Tolerance: Ganga-Jamuna Tehjeeb
6Reduce communal Berjudg by giving equal treatment.

Intra-religious dominations:

1Removes Caste-based religious values. eg: Temple open for all castes.
2Removes gender-destriminations eg: Sabrimala Case.
3Right to equality for all. [eg Criminalison of Triple Talaq case]
4prevents discrimination eg: Converted and non-converted Christian conflicts.
5NO discrimination in religious bodies.

Promotion of Uniform Civil Code.

6Reduce ethnic conflict.

Issue in secularism:

1Communal Tension eg: Akola incidents
2Reduction in tolerance
3Social media echo-chamber promotes stiffness in attitude
4Majority culture forced on minorities (year of minority).
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Conclusion

Therefore, to promote Secularism in true sense recommendation of Rangonath Misra Commission should be guiding conductor.

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  • Clear distinction between Western and Indian approach to secularism
  • Comprehensive coverage of both inter and intra-religious challenges
  • Strong use of constitutional provisions and case law
  • Addresses contemporary issues and challenges
  • Provides balanced perspective with issues section

Topper

Mansi Singh

AIR 126

Subject & Paper

GS2GS1

Topic

Secularism in India

Inter-religious and Intra-religious Domination

Constitutional approach to religious equality

Writing Stats

185

Total words

7

Paragraphs

Structured and analytical

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