The Constitution of India guarantees the Fundamental Right to Freedom of Religion to all its citizens. Which among the following is not true for this Right?

The Constitution of India guarantees the Fundamental Right to Freedom of Religion under Articles 25 to 28. Article 25 ensures freedom of conscience and the right to freely profess, practice, and propagate religion [1]. Article 26 grants religious denominations the right to establish and maintain institutions for religious and charitable purposes [1]. However, these rights are not absolute and are explicitly subject to public order, morality, and health [1]. Option 4 is incorrect because the State is specifically empowered to make laws regulating secular activities associated with religious practice and for social welfare and reform. While the State cannot arbitrarily abrogate Fundamental Rights, the Constitution explicitly allows for reasonable restrictions and state intervention in religious matters to root out social evils or regulate economic and political activities [1].

Sources

1. [1] Indian Constitution at Work, Political Science Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 2: RIGHTS IN THE INDIAN CONSTITUTION > Freedom of faith and worship > p. 38