IASbaba’s TLP OPTIONAL – 2017 : Sociology [26th Aug, 2017] – Day 37

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Write short answers of the following questions in about 150-200 words each: (2×15 = 30 Marks)

1. Secularism as a scientific concept
2. Religious Secularization

Answer the following questions in about 250-300 words each: (3×20= 60 Marks)

1. Distinguish between ‘secularism’ and ‘secularisation’. Analyse the nature and extent of secularization in contemporary India.
2. Examine India’s claim to be a secular state and society. Does the concept of secular state as understood in India lead to the spread of secularism in society as a scientific concept?
3. Examine the impact of secularization on various religious communities in India.