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Secular Meaning in Marathi

The word Secular is a foundational concept in political science and the Indian Constitution. It refers to the separation of religion from government affairs. Here is how it is translated into Marathi.

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What is the Marathi word for 'Atheist'?

Answer

An atheist (someone who does not believe in God) is called नास्तिक (Nastik) in Marathi. Do not confuse secular with atheist. A secular person can be deeply religious, but they believe religion shouldn't interfere with politics.

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Key Facts

The word 'Secular' was not originally in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution when it was adopted in 1950. It was added later in 1976 during the Emergency by the famous 42nd Amendment.

Marathi Translation

धर्मनिरपेक्ष (Dharmanirpeksha)

  • धर्म (Dharma) = Religion
  • निरपेक्ष (Nirpeksha) = Independent / Neutral / Impartial

Therefore, a secular person or state is neutral and impartial towards all religions.

Meaning in the Constitution (Secular State)

When we say India is a 'Secular State' (धर्मनिरपेक्ष राज्य - Dharmanirpeksha Rajya), it means:

  1. The government has no official state religion.
  2. The government treats all religions equally.
  3. Every citizen has the complete freedom to practice, profess, and propagate any religion of their choice.

Usage Example

  • English: India is a secular democratic country.
  • Marathi: भारत हा एक धर्मनिरपेक्ष लोकशाही देश आहे (Bharat ha ek dharmanirpeksha lokshahi desh aahe).

Questions and Answers

What is the Marathi word for 'Atheist'?+

An atheist (someone who does not believe in God) is called **नास्तिक (Nastik)** in Marathi. Do not confuse secular with atheist. A secular person can be deeply religious, but they believe religion shouldn't interfere with politics.

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