The 42nd Amendment Act, 1976 of the Indian constitution has added which of the following in the preamble to the constitution?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Secular.
The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 made significant changes to the Preamble of the Indian Constitution. It added three new words: "Socialist," "Secular," and "Integrity." Before the amendment, the Preamble described India as a "sovereign democratic republic." After the amendment, it was changed to a "sovereign socialist secular democratic republic." Additionally, the word "unity" was expanded to "unity and integrity of the Nation." These changes were introduced during the Emergency period under Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's government, aiming to emphasize the commitment to social, economic equality, religious neutrality, and the preservation of national unity and integrity.