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Secularism – Class 11 Political Science MCQs

The belief that religion should not influence or be involved in the organization of society, education, government, etc.

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List of Class 11 Political Science Secularism Multiple-Choice Questions with Answers

1. Which amendment of the Indian constitution makes India a secular state?

1. 42^nd
2. 44^th
3. 52^nd
4. 12^th

Answer: A) 42^nd

Explanation:

The preamble to the constitution stated that India is a secular nation with the 42^nd amendment.

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2. The 42^nd amendment was enacted in which year?

1. 1949
2. 1968
3. 1979
4. 1976

Answer: D) 1976

Explanation:

The 42^nd amendment was enacted in 1976.

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3. Who was Mustafa Kemal Atatürk?

1. Turkish field marshal
2. Philosopher
3. British writer
4. Turkish philosopher

Answer: A) Turkish field marshal

Explanation:

Mustafa Kemal Atatürk was a Turkish field marshal.

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4. Who carried out a policy of Turkification?

1. Mustafa Kemal Atatürk
2. Azmel
3. Autarky
4. Gamel

Answer: A) Mustafa Kemal Atatürk

Explanation:

Mustafa Kemal Atatürk carried out a policy of Turkification, trying to create a homogeneous and unified nation.

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5. The Fez, a traditional cap worn by Muslims, was banned by the?

1. Gamel law
2. Hat Law
3. Flizehr
4. Fezing law

Answer: B) Hat Law

Explanation:

The fez, a traditional cap worn by Muslims, was banned by the hat law. Western clothing was encouraged for men and women.

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6. What replaced the Gregorian calendar?

1. The Traditional Turkish calendar
2. The European calendar
3. The Julian Calendar
4. Euro Peis

Answer: C) The Julian Calendar

Explanation:

The western (Gregorian) calendar was replaced by The Julian Calendar.

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7. State supported religious reforms are allowed in ____.

1. Indian secularism
2. Western secularism
3. Turkish secularism
4. Europhic idea

Answer: B) Western secularism

Explanation:

State supported religious reforms are allowed in western secularism.

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8. The word "Dharma" is derived from?

1. Sanskrit
2. French
3. Hindi
4. Punjabi

Answer: A) Sanskrit

Explanation:

The word "Dharma" is derived from the Sanskrit word to refer to adopt, to sustain, to support, and the principles of right.

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9. State has no religion at its own defines?

1. Multiculturalism
2. Secularism
3. Separatism
4. Democracy

Answer: B) Secularism

Explanation:

A secular state has no 'religion' of its own.

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10. Which article declares untouchability a punishable offence under law?

1. Article 16
2. Article 17
3. Article 17 B
4. Article 45

Answer: B) Article 17

Explanation:

Article 17 declares untouchability a punishable offense under the law.

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