State can interfere with religious practices if they impede development, equality rights: SC

India's top court confirmed the constitutional validity of secularism. The court clarified the state's role concerning religious practices. The court dismissed challenges to the 47-year-old amendment. The amendment added socialist, secular, and integrity to the preamble. The court stated the parliament has the power to amend the preamble. The court emphasized secularism supports equality and development.