Which Fundamental Right is linked with a religious institution's freedom to manage religious affairs?

Correct answer: Right to Freedom of Religion

Correct answer: D, the Right to Freedom of Religion. The Constitution protects a person’s freedom of conscience and the freedom to profess, practise, and propagate religion, subject to constitutional limits. It also recognises that a religious denomination or institution may manage its own religious affairs. The key words in this question are “religious institution” and “manage religious affairs”; both point to religious freedom rather than to general equality or cultural protection. A is wrong because the Right to Equality prevents unfair discrimination and supports equal treatment, but it does not specifically give an institution power to manage religious matters. B is wrong because the Right against Exploitation prohibits practices such as trafficking and forced labour. C is not the best answer because cultural rights mainly protect language, script, and culture, especially for groups and minorities. D is correct because it directly covers religious belief and institutional religious affairs. Memory cue: “Religion, belief, practice, institution—Right to Freedom of Religion.” Religious freedom does not mean that every act is beyond law; public order, morality, health, and other constitutional provisions can matter.