Before the 42nd Amendment the word “secular” appeared however in the constitution. Now the word appears in the preamble to the constitution of India.

The state is not to be guided by any particular religion in the discharge of its functions. There is no official or state religion. All religions are of equal significance and the people are free to profess and practice any faith.

The state is wholly detached from religions, discharge of its functions. There is no official or state religion. All religions are of equal significance and the people are free to profess and practice any faith. The state is wholly detached from religions matters. No religion is to be given priority or preference over the other.

All citizens enjoy equal rights without any distinction of religion, caste or creed. As a step towards secularism the constitution has abolished communal electorates both in negative and positive aspects India is a secular state.