The fact remains that secularism is inherent in the Indian system, in the Indian ethos and culture. India cannot but be secular.
Interpretation
Secularism is a fundamental aspect of Indian identity and culture.
In this quote, Pranab Mukherjee emphasizes that secularism is not just a political stance in India but an intrinsic part of its social and cultural fabric. He suggests that the diverse and pluralistic nature of Indian society makes it impossible for India to be anything other than secular, reflecting its long-standing values of coexistence and respect for various beliefs.
In practice
In a speech about the importance of secular values in governance.
Propelled by freedom of faith, gender equality and economic justice for all, India will become a modern nation. Minor blemishes cannot cloak the fact that India is becoming such a modern nation: no faith is in danger in our country, and the continuing commitment to gender equality is one of the great narratives of our times.
RICH, adj. Holding in trust and subject to an accounting the property of the indolent, the incompetent, the unthrifty, the envious and the luckless.
Society has arisen out of the works of peace; the essence of society is peacemaking.
What an awful thing life is, isnβt it? Itβs like soup with lots of hairs floating on the surface. You have to eat it nevertheless.
Watch your thoughts as you watch the street traffic. People come and go; you register without response. It may not be easy in the beginning, but with some practice you will find that your mind can function on many levels at the same time and you can be aware of them all.
That coarseness and strength combined with acuteness and inquisitiveness; that practical, inventive turn of mind, quick to find expedients; that masterful grasp of material things, lacking in the artistic but powerful to effect great ends; that restless, nervous energy; that dominant individualism, working for good and evil, and withal that buoyancy and exuberance which comes with freedom - these are the traits of the frontier.
We think the Dred Scott decision is erroneous. We know the court that made it has often overruled its own decisions, and we shall do what we can to have it overrule this.
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