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THE PREAMBLE

 

Contents1. Introduction“We, THE PEOPLE OF INDIA, having solemnly resolved to constitute India into a SOVEREIGN SOCIALIST SECULAR DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC and to secure to all its citizens:2. Key Words in the Preamble2.1. Sovereign2.1.1. Sovereignty and Globalization2.2. Socialist2.3. Secular2.3.1. Constitutional Provisions Regarding Secularism2.4. Democratic2.5. Republic2.6. Liberty2.7. Equality2.8. FraternityTrinity – Liberty Equality and Fraternity2.9. Justice3. Status of the Preamble3.1. Traditional View3.2. Modern View3.3. Status of The Preamble in India3.3.1. Berubari Union Case, 19603.3.2. Kesavananda Bharaticase, 19733.3.3. S R Bommai Case, 19944. Amendability of the Preamble5. Preamble as an Aid to the Interpretation of the Constitution5.1. Berubari Case5.2. Kesavananda Bharati Case6. UPSC Previous Years Prelims questions201320157. UPSC Previous Years GS Mains Questions8. GS Mains Test Series Questions1. In light of the controversy over Preamble, discuss the views that have emerged on its status and amendablity. In this context, discuss the purpose that the Preamble to the Constitution serves in our polity.Answer:2. Stating the preamble to the Indian constitution comment on its nature and scope. Approach:Answer:Scope of the Preamble3. The philosophical underpinnings of the Indian constitution can be best understood through its preamble inspired by the Objectives Resolution in the constituent assembly. Elaborate.Answer:Preamble as a derivative of the Objectives Resolution:Preamble as the philosophical framework guiding the Indian Constitution: