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Secularism
Conservation of the Sun Temple
About the temple: The Sun Temple of Konark is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in coastal Odisha. It is a 13th century temple that…
Punjab Sacrilege Issue
What does sacrilege mean? The term ‘sacrilege’ means disrespecting a religious place or object. In Sikhism, sacrilege is known as ‘beadbi’. This concept emanates from…
Uniform Civil Code – Plurality Vs Uniformity
Dealing with a batch of petitions concerning an interfaith marriage undertaken by the petitioners and seeking protection from the Court, the Allahab…
Superstition in India: Causes, Arguments for & Against, Govt Efforts
In a recent incident in Vadodara, an individual believed to be possessed, killed his mother considering her a witch. Similarly, a newborn ailing child…
Terrorism in France – All You Need to Know
“I may not agree with what you say, but I shall defend until death your right to say it” is one of the most profound arguments for freedom of spee…
Padmanabha Swamy Temple Verdict: overview
The Supreme Court, recently, reversed the Kerala High Court judgment of 2011
Secularism in India – History, Constitution, Challenges
India is a land where people of all the major religions of the world find a peaceful home. The ancient ethos and modern philosophy of India have Secul…
[Updated] Sabarimala Temple Issue – Customs Vs Constitution
Kerala’s Sabarimala Temple issue is about the conflict between women rights and tradition. According to age-old traditions and customs, women from t…
