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Q1. [2]
Explain any two Constitutional provisions that make India a secular nation.
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Model Answer

Two Constitutional provisions that make India a secular state are:

  1. The Constitution does not give any official status to any religion. There is no "state religion" of India, unlike Pakistan (Islam) or England (Christianity).
  1. The Constitution provides all individuals and communities freedom to profess, practise and propagate any religion, and also prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion.

Source: Democratic Politics – II, Chapter 3, "Secular State" section

Explanation

The question is worth 2 marks — one point per mark. Examiners expect two distinct provisions clearly stated. Avoid vague answers like "India respects all religions." Use specific constitutional language: "no official religion," "freedom to profess/practise/propagate," and "prohibits discrimination." Any two correct provisions from the four listed in the textbook earn full marks.

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