Worksheet: Secularism | Political Science Class 11 - Humanities/Arts PDF Download

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Q1: Secularism promotes the separation of ________________ and state.

Q2: Inter-religious domination often leads to the suppression of ________________ communities.

Q3: In 1984, more than 2,700 ________________ were massacred in Delhi.

Q4: Intra-religious domination occurs when a community dominates its own ________________.

Q5: Theocratic states are governed directly by a ________________ order.

Q6: The Indian model of secularism emphasizes inter-religious ________________.

Q7: Indian secularism is compatible with state-supported religious ________________.

Q8: The belief that secularism opposes religion is a common ________________.

Q9: The accusation of minoritism is a criticism against secularism that claims it focuses on the ________________.

Q10: Secularism is considered an impossible project because it attempts to solve an ________________ problem.

Assertion and Reason Based 

Q1: Assertion: Inter-religious domination is a major cause of religious discrimination.
Reason: In 1984, more than 2,700 Sikhs were massacred in Delhi.
(a) Both assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
(b) Both assertion and reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but the reason is true.

Q2: Assertion: Intra-religious domination refers to situations where one community dominates and suppresses religious minorities.
Reason: Dalits have been barred from entering Hindu temples.
(a) Both assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
(b) Both assertion and reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but the reason is true.

Q3: Assertion: Indian secularism focuses only on preventing church-state dominance.
Reason: Indian secularism promotes the peaceful coexistence of different religious communities.
(a) Both assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
(b) Both assertion and reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but the reason is true.

Q4: Assertion: A secular state must adhere to principles and goals derived solely from religious sources.
Reason: Indian secularism is a unique variant that emphasizes inter-religious equality.
(a) Both assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
(b) Both assertion and reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but the reason is true.

Very Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Define secularism.

Q2: Provide an example of inter-religious domination.

Q3: What is the key principle of a theocratic state?

Q4: How does Indian secularism differ from Western secularism?

Q5: What is the criticism of secularism related to "minoritism"?

Q6: Name a criticism that claims secularism is coercive.

Q7: What is the primary focus of Western secularism?

Q8: Define intra-religious domination.

Q9: Explain the concept of "mutual exclusion" in Western secularism.

Q10: What role does Indian secularism play in promoting religious reform?

Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Explain the concept of inter-religious domination and provide three real-world examples.

Q2: Describe the key characteristics of a theocratic state and its impact on religious freedom.

Q3: Differentiate between Indian secularism and Western secularism, emphasizing their core principles.

Q4: Discuss the criticism of Indian secularism related to "minoritism" and the importance of protecting minority rights.

Q5: Elaborate on the critique that claims secularism is coercive and its implications on religious freedom.

Q6: What is "mutual exclusion" in the context of Western secularism, and how does it operate?

Q7: Explain the concept of intra-religious domination and provide examples of such instances.

Q8: Evaluate the notion that secularism is considered an "impossible project" and the factors contributing to this view.

Long Answer Type Questions

Q1: Discuss the significance of secularism in ensuring religious freedom and equality, using real-world examples to support your argument.

Q2: Compare and contrast the Indian model of secularism with the Western model, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses.

Q3: Analyze the criticisms against Indian secularism, addressing the arguments related to anti-religious, Western import, minoritism, interventionist, and vote bank politics.

Q4: Evaluate the assertion that secularism is considered an "impossible project" by discussing the challenges it faces and the potential for its success in a globalized world.