How does religion influence the political set up in our country? Explain.

Explanation

Gandhiji said, ..Religion can never be separated from politics By religion he did not mean any particular religion like Hindustmm or Islam, but moral values and ethics drawn front religion to guide politics. Religion in politics is not as dangerous as it may seem to us Ethical values of each religion can play a major role in politics. According to human right groups, most of the victims of communal roits in our contry are from religious minortiies Government can take special steps to protect them. Family laws of all religion discriminate against women. The government can change laws to make them more equitable
The instances show a relationship between religion and politics. People should beable to express in politics their needs, interests and demands as members of a religious community. Thus, it is the responsibility of those whose political power is able to regulator the practice of religion, to prevent discrimination and oppression. These political acts an not wrong as long as they treat every religion equally.