Secularism: A Relationship Between Man And Man, Not Man And God
- IJLLR Journal
- Mar 23
- 1 min read
Ruchita S. Vishwakarma, Thakur Ramnarayan College of Law, Mumbai
ABSTRACT
The paper explores the complex idea of secularism, looking at its philosophical underpinnings, historical development, and current applicability in a number of different countries and areas, with an emphasis on Malaysia and India. It looks at the history of secularism, from its use in early Christian times to its current definition as the disentanglement of religion and politics. The study examines the various forms of secularism that exist in nations including Malaysia, France, India, and the US, emphasising how each country has managed to preserve its neutrality as a state while allowing for religious plurality. It also looks at the criticisms and obstacles that secularism faces, such as casteism, communalism, and party politics in India, and how the judiciary has influenced public perceptions of secularism through significant rulings.
In the framework of secular governance, this study offers insights into the intricate interactions of religion, state, and society through an extensive analysis of scholarly viewpoints and judicial precedents.
Keywords: secularism, separation of religion and state, religious diversity, multiculturalism, India, Malaysia, France, United States, judiciary, challenges.
