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Religion and politics in Indian society have always shared a deeply interwoven relationship that reflects the historical legacy, cultural diversity, and socio-political realities of the country. India is one of the most religiously plural societies in the world, where religion does not merely remain a matter of private faith but also shapes collective identities, influences social structures, and interacts with political processes. The Constitution of India upholds secularism, meaning the state maintains a principled distance from religion, but in practice religion and politics continue to influence each other in significant ways. Understanding this relationship requires an examination of how religious values, identities, and institutions affect political decision-making, and conversely, how political power influences the practice and interpretation of religion. Religion in India has historically played a role in shaping the legitimacy of political authority. Pre-modern Indian kings often claimed divine sanction for their rule, and religious rituals were integral to the expression of political power. The interdependence of kingship and priesthood reinforced social hierarchies such as caste, which itself is rooted in religious ideology but has profound political implications. Even in colonial India, religion became a significant basis for mobilization and resistance. The ___ _______ _____ _________ ______ _______ ______ _____ ____ _______.
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