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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 41

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level 2022 - 11 Feb 2022 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q41

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An introductory statement in a Constitution which states the reasons and guiding values of the Constitution is called ______.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Preamble.

  • An introductory statement in a Constitution which states the reasons and guiding values of the Constitution is called Preamble.

  • The Preamble of the Indian Constitution proclaims India as a Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic Republic, dedicated to securing Justice, Equality, and Liberty for all its citizens.

  • While the Preamble does not confer enforceable rights or hold legal standing in court, it serves as an essential philosophical guide. Courts in India often rely on it for interpreting constitutional provisions, reinforcing its importance in judicial reasoning.

  • The Preamble outlines four key aspects:
    • The source of the Constitution (the people of India),
    • The nature of the Indian State,
    • The goals and ideals it seeks to achieve,
    • The date of adoption of the Constitution.
  • The powerful phrase “We, the People of India… adopt, enact, and give to ourselves this Constitution” underscores that sovereignty lies with the people, affirming their role as the ultimate authority in a democratic system.