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What does the term 'Preamble' signify in the context of the Constitution?
Which amendment added the words Socialist, Secular, and Integrity to the Preamble of the Indian Constitution?
What is NOT one of the four ingredients revealed in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution?
On what date was the Constitution of India adopted, as stated in the Preamble?
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Which of the following statements best describes the nature of the Indian state as per the Preamble?
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Study Notes
Preamble Overview
- The American Constitution was the first to include a Preamble, a practice subsequently adopted by many countries, including India.
- A Preamble serves as an introduction or preface to a Constitution, summarizing its essence and purpose.
Significance of the Preamble
- N.A. Palkhivala, a renowned jurist, referred to the Preamble as the "identity card of the Constitution," highlighting its importance in defining the Constitution's values.
Indian Preamble Origins
- The Preamble of the Indian Constitution is derived from the "Objectives Resolution" drafted by Pandit Nehru and approved by the Constituent Assembly.
- It underwent amendments through the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act in 1976, adding the words "Socialist," "Secular," and "Integrity."
Current Text of the Preamble
- The Preamble states India as a "SOVEREIGN SOCIALIST SECULAR DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC" and outlines commitments to:
- JUSTICE: Social, Economic, Political
- LIBERTY: Thought, expression, belief, faith, worship
- EQUALITY: Status and opportunity
- FRATERNITY: Dignity of the individual and national integrity
- The Preamble was adopted on November 26, 1949.
Key Components of the Preamble
- Source of Authority: Indicates that the Constitution derives its authority from the people of India.
- Nature of the Indian State: Describes India as a sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic, and republican entity.
- Objectives of the Constitution: Emphasizes justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity as the guiding principles.
- Date of Adoption: Marks November 26, 1949, as the official adoption date of the Constitution.
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Explore the significance and origins of the Preamble of the Indian Constitution. This quiz delves into the key concepts, amendments, and foundational values encapsulated in this critical section of the Constitution. Understand how the Preamble shapes India's identity as a sovereign and democratic nation.
