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It is the appropriate government which has to decide as a matter of policy to introduce the imparting of religious education and the manner of such imparting is for the expert bodies to recommend.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A prayer was also made that the respondents be restrained from granting recognition to institutions if there is no sufficient provision for imparting religious education and that the prescription of the syllabus should also include different aspects of Islamic religion including the advent of Islam and encourages the study of Islamic literature as a source of Islam. Additionally a prescription has been sought for introducing Hindu religious scriptures in the syllabus which would lead to peace in society and foster harmony between people believing in different religions. The petitioner\u2019s thrust is that the shadow of doubt would all be cleared by the process of learning and therefore it is necessary to invoke State action to promote education about different religions.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In a separate judgment, Vijay Laxmi, J. observed that \u201cOur experience of more than 65 years reveals that &#8216;secularism&#8217; cannot be practiced by adopting a complete neutral approach towards religions but by a positive approach by making people to understand and respect religion and faith of another section of people. Based on such mutual understanding and respect for each others religious faith, mutual distrust and intolerance can gradually be eliminated.\u201d The Judge also observed that \u201cWe must civilize the human heart. Education of the emotions and discipline of the will are essential parts of a sound system of education. Religion is a permeative influence, a quality of life, an elevation of purpose. Our institution, if they are to impart religious vitality, should have simplicity and an atmosphere of consecration that permanently influence lives. We must civilize the human heart. Education of the emotions and discipline of the will are essential parts of a sound system of education. Religion is a permeative influence, a quality of life, an elevation of purpose. Our institution, if they are to impart religious vitality, should have simplicity and an atmosphere of consecration that permanently influence lives.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The petition was dismissed in view of the judgment in<em> Aruna Roy<\/em> v. <em>Union of India<\/em>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.scconline.com\/LoginForNewsLink\/2002_7_SCC_368\">(2002) 7 SCC 368<\/a> wherein it was held that this Court can enforce constitutional provisions and laws framed by Parliament. 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