AI-generated practice question — model-generated for extra practice, not a previous-year CBSE board question.
Political mobilisation on religious lines means using sacred symbols, religious leaders, emotional appeals, and fear to unite followers of one religion in the political arena, often against another religious group.
Example: In electoral politics, candidates or parties make special appeals to the interests or emotions of voters of one particular religion in preference to others, seeking votes on a religious basis rather than on development or governance issues.
Source: Chapter 3 – Religion, Communalism and Politics
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The textbook gives a precise definition — examiners expect students to mention the tools used (sacred symbols, religious leaders, emotional appeal, fear) and the setting (political/electoral arena). The example must show how it works during elections — appealing to one religion's voters over others. Avoid vague answers like "using religion in politics"; be specific about mobilisation tools and electoral context.