Which option balances religious freedom with civic duty?

Correct answer: Following one's faith while respecting others' faith and law

Religious freedom allows people to follow, practise, and express their faith, or to choose not to follow a religion. In a democracy, this freedom exists together with equality, public order, and respect for the rights of other people. A person may observe religious practices, but cannot use religion as a reason to damage public property, stop another community from worshipping, or force the state to impose one religion on everyone. Rights must be exercised without violating the equal freedom of others.

Option A is correct because it combines personal faith with respect for other beliefs and the law. Options B and C harm public property or another community’s freedom. Option D conflicts with religious equality because the state should not make one religion compulsory for all citizens. The balanced democratic position is therefore A: practise one’s faith responsibly while respecting pluralism and civic rules.