Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
UPSC examines the dynamics of Indian society, including the influence of religious groups, their contributions to education and social reform, their role in maintaining communal harmony, and challenges related to identity and modernization within a secular framework.
Religious scholars and institutions have historically played a multifaceted role in Indian society, extending beyond spiritual guidance to encompass social, cultural, educational, and community development, often acting as custodians of tradition and moral arbiters.