Explanation: The Constitution of India stands for a Secular State. Hence, it does not uphold any religion as the official religion of the Indian State.

The following provisions of the Constitution reveal the secular character of the Indian State:

• The term ‘secular’ was added to the Preamble of the Indian Constitution by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1976.
• The Preamble secures to all citizens of India liberty of belief, faith and worship.
• The State shall not deny to any person equality before the law or equal protection of the laws (Article 14).
• The State shall not discriminate against any citizen on the ground of religion (Article 15).
• Equality of opportunity for all citizens in matters of public employment (Article 16).

Source: Laxmikanth’s Polity