Question Q.4GS2GS2

Explain how the terms 'socialist' and 'secular' in the Preamble embody specific meanings in the Indian context.

Introduction

42nd Amendment Act added the terms of 'socialist' and 'secular' in Preamble of Indian Constitution.

15 words

Main Body

How they embody specific meaning in Indian context:

Socialist:

1Refers to [Fabain socialism] i.e social welfare, s state responsibility rather than redistribution of wealth

2Art 39 - Calls of measures to reduce inequality

3Art 43A - provides for representation of workers in management of industries

4Art 39A - Provides representation for free legal aid as fundamental rights in management of industries

5Art 41A - provides for eight to education

while [Common Clause Civil] provides for right to health as fundamental right

SecularismRegain 7 Education

1Principle of purified distance (followed by Declare of DBR):

2No official state religion

3Preamble discrimination based on religion through Art 14 & 15

4Freedom of religion on individual level [Art 25 and community level – Art 26-28

5Cultural rights of religious community under as language or educational rights are provided for – Art 29-30

S.R. Bommai's has held 'secularism' & 'secular' as part of Basic Structure.

162 words5 paragraphs

Examiner score

0.8/10

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Topper

Hrishikesh Alase

AIR 612025

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure

Preamble

Socialist and Secular Dimensions

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177

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