The Resilience of Secularism in India

Abstract

An essential principle of India’s democratic culture, secularism is inscribed in the country’s Constitution. Secularism has been remarkably resilient in Indian society, despite several obstacles such as political polarisation, religious fanaticism, and communal strife. This study looks at how institutional frameworks, historical background, and current events have shaped secularism’s longevity in India. Drawing from a variety of disciplinary backgrounds, such as political science, sociology, and history, the paper explores the elements that make secularism resilient, examines how it manifests itself in different areas of Indian society and suggests ways to strengthen it in the face of changing circumstances.