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SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 43

SSC CGL - 23 Sep 2024 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q43

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Which of the following is mentioned in Article 1 of the Indian constitution?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. India that is Bharat shall be a Union of states.

 

Article 1 of the Indian Constitution declares that "India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States."

This statement serves to establish two important aspects of India's political structure:

  1. Name of the Country: It provides the official name of the country as both India and Bharat, reflecting the country's cultural heritage and its modern constitutional identity.

  2. Nature of the Union: The phrase "Union of States" is significant because it highlights the unique nature of the Indian federation. Unlike a federation of states, where states may have the legal right to secede, India is described as a "union," indicating that the union is indivisible. This means the states cannot secede from the Union, and the integrity of the nation is paramount.