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Which term was added to the Preamble of the Constitution through the 42nd Amendment in 1976?
Which term was added to the Preamble of the Constitution through the 42nd Amendment in 1976?
What is the primary source of authority for the Constitution as indicated in the Preamble?
What is the primary source of authority for the Constitution as indicated in the Preamble?
Which of the following keywords is NOT included in the Preamble?
Which of the following keywords is NOT included in the Preamble?
What does the term 'secular' in the context of the Constitution imply?
What does the term 'secular' in the context of the Constitution imply?
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What does the Preamble aim to ensure for all citizens?
What does the Preamble aim to ensure for all citizens?
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Which of the following statements about India's democratic social structure is true?
Which of the following statements about India's democratic social structure is true?
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When was the Constitution of India adopted?
When was the Constitution of India adopted?
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Which aspect of the Indian state is NOT characterized by the Preamble?
Which aspect of the Indian state is NOT characterized by the Preamble?
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Study Notes
American Constitution Introduction
- The introduction summarizes the constitution.
- It's based on the Objective Resolution.
42nd Constitutional Amendment Act (1976)
- Added "Socialist," "secular," and "integrity" to the Preamble.
Preamble Content
- The Preamble declares India a Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic Republic.
- It aims to secure Justice (Social, Economic, and Political), Liberty (of thought, expression, belief, faith, and worship), Equality (of status and opportunity), and Fraternity.
- It also aims to promote dignity and unity/integrity of the nation.
- The Preamble was adopted on November 26, 1949.
Ingredients of the Preamble
- Source of the Constitution's authority: the people.
- Nature of the Indian state: Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic.
- Objectives: Justice, Liberty, Equality, Fraternity.
Key Words in the Preamble
- Sovereign: India is independent, not a dependency or dominion.
- Secular: The state doesn't favor any religion.
- Republic: Supreme power is held by the people.
- Liberty: Freedom of thought, expression, belief, faith, and worship.
- Fraternity: Dignity and unity of the nation.
- Socialist: Added by the 42nd Amendment, a blend of Marxism and Gandhism. Focuses on social ownership, mixed economy (public and private).
- Democratic: Supreme power is with the people, but exercised indirectly through representatives.
- Justice: Social, economic, and political justice.
- Equality: Equal status and equal opportunity.
Sovereign, Socialist, and Secular
- Sovereign: India is independent and self-governing.
- Secular: Added by the 42nd Amendment; a state not favoring any religion. Importantly, a court previously stated this explicitly isn't required in the constitution. Religion rights are covered, and all religions are treated equally(Article 25-28).
- Socialist: This was added in 1976, focusing on social ownership, a blended economic structure, and a mix of public and private sectors.
Democratic
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Types of Democracies:
- Direct (e.g., Switzerland): People vote directly. Tools like Referendum, Initiative, Recall, and Plebiscite exist.
- Indirect (e.g., India): Elected representatives exercise power. Parliament and Presidential Democracies as sub-types.
- India's Democracy: An elected President heads the nation, serving a 5-year term, elected indirectly.
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Description
This quiz explores the key elements and significance of the Preamble of the Indian Constitution, including its objectives and foundational principles. Learn about the amendments and phrases that define India as a Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic Republic.
