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4.4. Amplification of Preamble

DPSP’s amplify values enshrined in the preamble to the Indian Constitution. For instance – it is DPSP’s that give meaning to the “socialist democracy” as enshrined in the Preamble. The word “socialist” added through the 42nd Amendment Act, was given meaning through Articles 38 and

39. Similarly, the ideal of “Secularism” was given meaning through Article 44 – wherein the goal of uniform civil code is mentioned.