What would happen if religion and politics go together?
If politics is associated with religion it will not be in consonance with the provisions of the Constitution. It will be very harmful if a political party favours one religion and uses it to get more votes. It may lead to conflict between different groups of people based on religious ideology.
Why we should keep religion away from politics and state?
It is necessary to keep religion away from politics otherwise it would be difficult for a nation to function in a democratic manner. This tyranny of the majority over minority leads to discrimination and prevention of the minorities from practising their religion.
What role should religion play in society?
Religion serves several functions for society. These include (a) giving meaning and purpose to life, (b) reinforcing social unity and stability, (c) serving as an agent of social control of behavior, (d) promoting physical and psychological well-being, and (e) motivating people to work for positive social change.
How important is the role played by religion in promoting peace?
Religious affiliation and conviction often motivates religious communities to advocate particular peace-related government policies. Religious communities also directly oppose repression and promote peace and reconciliation. Interfaith dialogue is another form of religious peacemaking.
Can politics and religion go hand in hand?
Gandhiji used to say that religion can never be separated from politics. What he meant by religion was not Hinduism or Islam but moral values that inform all religions. He believed that politics must be guided by the morals and ethics drawn from religion.
What is it important to separate religion from the state?
According to the study material, religion should be kept separate from the State because: It enables the country to function democratically. The people belonging to the minority communities can otherwise be harmed by the domination of the majority and there can be an infringement of the Fundamental Rights.
Do religious leaders still have a place in politics?
Religious leaders are still respected and their voices carry weight when they speak for the oppressed, such as the Archbishop of Canterbury recently condemning British government policies that perpet-uate poverty.
Should religion have a role in public discourse?
Religion enters our public discourse primarily as a voice on certain moral issues. But should religious viewpoints, even on moral issues, have any role in our political debate? Some say no, on the grounds that effective arguments require premises that virtually everyone taking part in the discussion accepts.
Should religion be involved in public life?
Involving religion in public life and showing faith and politics aren’t incompatible also pressurizes religious institutions to be more open and accountable, breaking the damaging culture of silence that can let abuse continue. YASMIN: I agree with you when you write that religions can (and should) foster human connections and humane values.
Are there legitimate topics of political discussion about religion?
Few think that transubstantiation, predestination, Trinitarian theology or the nature of episcopal authority are legitimate topics of political discussion. Religion enters our public discourse primarily as a voice on certain moral issues.