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Which three new words were added to the Preamble by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Sovereign, Socialist, Secular
  2. Socialist, Secular, Integrity
  3. Democratic, Republic, Integrity
  4. Secular, Sovereign, Democratic

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Socialist, Secular, Integrity

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Socialist, Secular, Integrity šŸ“š Explanation: The 42nd Amendment Act, often called the "Mini-Constitution," added three significant words to the Preamble: Socialist, Secular, and Integrity. This was done based on the recommendations of the Swaran Singh Committee. These additions were intended to formally clarify the socialist and secular nature of the Indian state. The word "Integrity" was added to emphasize the unity and indivisibility of the nation during a turbulent political period.