Abstract
The presence and significance of religion and religious beliefs in public affairs cannot be ignored. Almost every day we come across, through media, the instances which demonstrate that various individuals, groups and institutions which hold the religious realm have an enduring and significant relevance in political sphere. Whether it is the legislative process in a particular country; political violence in a certain society; or the voting behavior of a specific group or community, religion and religious beliefs evidently play an essential role in shaping and molding these socio-political attitudes.