What was the exact constitutional status of India on 26th January, 1950?
✓ Correct answer: b) A Sovereign Democratic Republic
ExplanationThe Preamble to the Indian Constitution is a brief introductory statement that reflects the hopes and aspirations of the people.The ideals behind the Preamble to Indian Constitution is based on ‘Objective Resolution’ which were drafted by Jawaharlal Nehru and adopted by the Constituent Assembly on January 22, 1947. The original Preamble, adopted by the Constituent Assembly in 1949, declared India a “Sovereign Democratic Republic”.Later, it was amended by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act (1976), and added three new words–“Socialist, Secular and Integrity”.32
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