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Problem is not of diversity per se, but the handling of diversity in India society. The problems of regionalism, communalism, ethnic conflicts etc. have arisen because the fruits of development haven’t been distributed equally or the cultures of some groups haven’t been accorded due recognition.

Hence, Constitution and its values must form guiding principles of our society. Any society which has tried to homogenize itself, has witnessed stagnation in due-course and ultimately decline. The most important example is this case is of Pakistan which tried to impose culture on East-Pakistan ultimately leading to creation of Bangladesh.

4. GS Mains Test Series Questions

 

1. In the light of multi-cultural society of India, can we say that multi-culturalism and pluralism are the two sides of a coin of “unity in diversity”?Answer:2. Is India's linguistic diversity a threat to national integration? Approach:Answer: