Per NCERT, what is the INDIAN model of secularism — distinct from the Western model?
AComplete state suppression of all religion as in Ataturk's Turkey
BPrincipled distance from religion: the state neither establishes any religion nor maintains strict separation; it can ENGAGE with religion (e.g. ban untouchability) to promote freedom + equality
CIdentical to the Western model with no distinguishing features
DEstablishment of Hinduism as the official state religion
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Principled distance from religion: the state neither establishes any religion nor maintains strict separation; it can ENGAGE with religion (e.g. ban untouchability) to promote freedom + equality
NCERT defines Indian secularism as principled distance — engaging with religion for reform when needed. The other options misstate or invert it.
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