Exercise 1
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Simple step-by-step solutions to Exercise 1 questions of Understanding Secularism from Social Science Textbook of Competency Based Questions for Class VIII. Also get 3D topic explainers, cheat sheets, and unlimited doubts solving on EMBIBE.
Questions from Exercise 1 with Hints & Solutions
In what respects are a Secular State different from a Theoretic State (like Pakistan).
Will the government intervene if some religious group says that their religion allows them to practice infanticide? Give reasons for your answer.
What is the difference between Western secularism and Indian secularism?
Religious leaders do not express their views on current affairs and social problems.
Search the different types of religious practices in surrounding localities. This could be different forms of prayer, worship of different gods, sacred sites, different kinds of religious music and singing, etc. Does this indicate freedom of religious practice?
Why is it important that government schools do not promote any one religion?
From this given poster, write your view whether there is a need for 'Peace'?
And why it says, "Peace is a never-ending process... It cannot ignore our differences or overlook our common interests." Write in your own words. What do you think the above sentences are trying to convey? How does it relate to the need for religious tolerance?
In what ways Indian secularism is different from that of other countries?
