National Integration — Important Questions

Himalayas

The Himalayas provide geographical unity to India by forming a natural barrier that separates India from the rest of Asia. Along with the Bay of Bengal, Indian Ocean, and Arabian Sea, the Himalayas create natural boundaries. Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats are mountain ranges within India but don't provide this separation. Aravalli is also an internal mountain range. This geographical unity helps create a sense of common homeland among Indians.

Secular country

India is a secular country, meaning it doesn't favor any particular religion and all citizens have the right to practice their own religion freely. This secularism promotes national integration by ensuring equal treatment of all religions. The other options are incorrect because India is not officially identified with any single religion like Hindu, Christian, or Islamic countries. Secularism allows multiple religions to coexist peacefully and contributes to unity in diversity.

Economic inequality

Economic inequality is NOT a factor that promotes national integration; rather, it can create divisions in society. Democracy, national festivals, and secularism are all mentioned as factors that promote national integration. Democracy ensures equality, national festivals unite people in celebration, and secularism protects religious freedom. Economic inequality creates social divisions and can weaken national unity, which is why it's the correct answer as something NOT promoting integration.

Peacock

Peacock is India's national bird, known for its beautiful colorful feathers and graceful dance. Eagle, parrot, and sparrow are not India's national bird. The peacock represents beauty, grace, and pride, making it a fitting national symbol. National symbols like the peacock help create a common identity and sense of pride among all Indians, regardless of their regional differences.