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Why have certain things done in the name of religion declared illegal in India?
Indian Constitution gives its citizens the freedom of religion. In order to maintain peace and harmony in the country and prevent any fights or riots in country, certain things done in name of religion are regarded as illegal.
Can children go to Kailash Mansarovar?
Yes, it is safe for children if they have no asthma or other major health issues. China Authorities allowed children above 7 Years for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. You can take a helicopter tour package and during Parikrma hire Porter or pony for children. For More consultation regarding Kailash Yatra Call 8400000090.
Do we need passport for Kailash Mansarovar?
Q: Is a passport required for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra? A: Yes, a valid passport is a must for the pilgrims who want to have Kailash Manasarovar Yatra.
Does the Haj subsidy compromise India’s secular credentials?
But these expenditures are never viewed with concern about thrift or secularism. Every few years, the question is raised of the Haj subsidy given by the government to Muslim pilgrims flying to Mecca on state-owned Air India – whether it should continue, whether it is financially viable, whether it compromises India’s secular credentials.
Will Saudi Arabia reconsider subsidy on Hajj for Indians?
Now, just after Saudi Arabia increased its quota of the number of Indians who will be permitted to make the pilgrimage for the first time in three decades, the minority affairs ministry has formed a committee to reconsider the subsidy.
How much does the central government spend on pilgrimages?
The state government had already spent Rs 3,400 crore on the event. Other pilgrimages attracting Central funds include the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra, which involves an arduous trek from North India into the mountains of Tibet. The yatra is organised by the government, which spends money on security and health facilities for the pilgrims.
Is the Saudi Arabia subsidy a subsidy at all?
Others contend that the subsidy is no subsidy at all but merely a transfer of funds from one part of the state machinery to the other: people availing of the subsidy travel to Saudi Arabia on the national carrier, Air India. The pilgrims fly out from Mumbai and in 2016 were given a concession of Rs 45,000 for their airfare.