Secularism described Though secularism in the literal sense refers to a doctrine that rejects religion and religious considerations, in a wider sense, secularism can have two different interpretations. Secularism may mean the separation of state and religion, or it may mean the equality of all religions. Secularism in India refers to the principle of maintaining religious neutrality by the state while ensuring equal treatment of all religions. Its significance lies in fostering unity, preserving the nation’s diverse cultural fabric, and safeguarding democratic principles in a multi-religious society. This article aims to study in detail the concept, historical roots, constitutional provisions, and challenges associated with secularism in India. Secularism refers to separation of religion from political, economic, social and cultural aspects of life. Secularism , a term that echoes through the corridors of modern democratic societies, represents one of the most significant philosophical and political developments of the modern era. At its core, secularism advocates for the separation of religious institutions from state affairs, ensuring that governance remains independent of religious doctrine. This concept, which emerged in 19th-century Britain, has since become a cornerstone of democratic governance worldwide, including in India’s ...
