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Questions
Explain any three rights conferred under the Right to Freedom of Religion in the Constitution of India. (Articles 25-28).
Briefly discuss any two Rights conferred under the Right to Freedom of Religion in the Constitution of India. (Part III: Articles 25-28)
Solution
Following are the Fundamental Rights related to the freedom of religion:
- Freedom of conscience and a free profession to practice and propagate religion (Article 25): Every individual has the right to follow and propagate his religious practices and beliefs.
- Freedom to manage one’s religious affairs (Article 26): Every religion has the right to conduct its own affairs and establish religious institutions.
- Freedom of payment of taxes for promoting any specific religion (Article 27): No religious denomination will be forced to pay any taxes.
- Freedom to attend religious functions (Article 28): Religious instruction is prohibited and funded by state educational institutions.
Notes
Students should refer to the answer according to their questions.
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