Correct option is A
The word "secular" in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution means the State has no religion of its own. India is a secular state, meaning that the government does not endorse or follow any specific religion and maintains neutrality in religious matters.
Information Booster:
The principle of secularism ensures that the state treats all religions equally and does not favor or discriminate against any religion. It guarantees religious freedom to all citizens.
Additional Knowledge:
· All religions are treated equally: True, but the key meaning of "secular" is that the state itself has no religion.
· The State has no common religion: Reflects a secular principle but is less precise than the chosen answer.
