Explain the difference between the Indian Constitution and western ideas in the light of
Understanding of secularism.
Articles 370 and 371.
Affirmative action.
Universal adult franchise.
Explanation
The answer draws from the context which establishes that the Constitution represents 'selective adaptation and not borrowing' and creates an 'alternative modernity' through the amalgamation of 'western and traditional Indian values.' For secularism, the context explicitly states that Indian conditions were different, leading to an alternative conception departing from the western model in two ways. For affirmative action, the context mentions Dalits' aspirations being reflected in the Constitution. For Articles 370/371 and universal adult franchise, the broader principle of selective adaptation is applied.