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Under the Indian Constitution, which of the following describes India as a ‘Secular State’?
Under the Indian Constitution, which of the following describes India as a ‘Secular State’?
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The word "Secular" was added to the Preamble by the 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 to reinforce India's commitment to religious neutrality.
Updated On: Jun 13, 2025
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India is described as a secular state in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution. The term ‘secular’ means that the state does not favor any religion, and all religions are treated equally.
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