India is a secular country. Justify the statement.

Yes, India is a secular country.

• The term secular was added to the Preamble of India by the 42^nd Constitutional Amendment Act.

• There is no national language or religion, every religion is treated equally.

• The Constitution provides freedom to the citizens to profess any religion.

• Constitution prohibits discrimination on the grounds of religion.

• The state can interfere in religious matters if it does not promote equality.