Strength in Diversity :  We learn to respect each other’s way of life. We even adopt certain traditions from others. This helps to increase the feeling of unity in the society

• Diversity is our rich social heritage.
• We have diversity of religions, language and culture.
• Different customs are observed and different festivals are celebrated in the different regions.
• A feeling of unity in diversity has evolved by living together for thousands of years.
• To live with different groups is to experience co-existence. It increases the level of mutual understanding.
• Diversity is our great strength as it promotes mutual understanding, acquaints people with customs and ways of living, promotes respect for the others and creates unity. We are able to fight social and natural calamity when we stand united.

The principle of secularism :

Secularism is a core principle of our Constitution. In order to promote unity in diversity, India has accepted the principle of secularism. As such India is a secular state, wherein.

• No religion is recognized as the religion of our country.
• Every person has the freedom of worship as per their religion or the religion of their choice.
• There can be no discrimination among people on the basis of their religion. The people of all religions are treated equally by the State.
• Opportunities for education, means of livelihood and government jobs are made available to all. There is no discrimination on the basis of religion.
• There are special provision in the Constitution for the protection of religious arid linguistic minorities. Minorities are free to protect and preserve their linguistic and cultural identities. They are also free to bring about the development of their own communities through education.
• The principle of secularism has helped to maintain religious harmony in Indian society.

The contribution of society to our development :

Regulation of society : It is necessary for its smooth functioning.

• In the earlier times the social regulation was undertaken by means of customs and traditions.
• In modern times, besides the customs and traditions, laws are means of social regulation.
• Modern society is regulated by laws and governmental institutions at the local level.
• Local governments play an important role in social regulation in present times.