With the reference to the Communal politics belief, which of the statements is correct?

With the reference to the Communal politics belief, which of the statements is correct? Correct Answer One religion is superior to that of others.

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

Communal Politics:

• It is based on a belief that religion forms the basis of a common identity; that members of a particular religious community have the same economic, political and social interests.
• The features of communal politics are as follows:-
  • It is based on orthodox principles,
  • It considers one's own religion to be superior. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
  • It works toward the elimination of other religions and their values.
  • Believes that followers of the same religion have common political, economic and social interests, which are different from the beliefs of other communities. Hence, statement 3 is incorrect.
  • Believes that followers of other religions to be completely incompatible, antagonist and hostile. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.
  • It generates mutual distrust between religious communities. 
  • It supports the domination of one religious group over others, using the state's power. Hence, statement 4 is incorrect.