Which of the following statements is FALSE about the right to freedom of religion mentioned in the Indian Constitution?

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SSC CHSL Exam 2023 Tier-I Official Paper (Held On: 04 Aug, 2023 Shift 1)

Answer 1

The correct answer is It mentions that the state has its own religion.

Key Points

The right to freedom of religion is a fundamental right guaranteed by the Indian Constitution under Articles 25 to 28.
It grants individuals the freedom to profess, practice, and propagate any religion of their choice.
It also prohibits discrimination on the grounds of religion and ensures that every person has the right to freely manage their religious affairs.
The Indian Constitution recognizes the secular nature of the state and does not mention any state religion.
The right to freedom of religion provides freedom to manage religious affairs, and this statement is true.
- This freedom includes the right to establish and maintain religious institutions, manage their own religious affairs, and regulate their own religious practices.
The right to freedom of religion provides freedom of worship, and this statement is true.
- It guarantees the right to practice and propagate any religion of one's choice without any interference from the state or others.
It is mentioned in Articles 25 to 28, and this statement is true.
- These articles outline the provisions for the right to freedom of religion in the Indian Constitution.
It mentions that the state has its own religion, and this statement is false.
- The Indian Constitution recognizes the secular nature of the state and does not mention any state religion.

Additional Information

Originally, the Constitution provided for seven Fundamental Rights:
1. Right to equality (Articles 14–18)
2. Right to freedom (Articles 19–22)
3. Right against exploitation (Articles 23–24)
4. Right to freedom of religion (Articles 25–28)
5. Cultural and educational rights (Articles 29–30)
6. Right to property (Article 31)
7. Right to constitutional remedies (Article 32)
However, the right to property was deleted from the list of Fundamental Rights by the 44^thAmendment Act, of 1978.
Article 300-A in Part XII of the Constitution. So at present, there are only six Fundamental Rights