Preamble Quiz
Here Some of the previous year questions from SSC UPSC RAILWAYS on Preamble are given:
1. Which amendment added the words ‘Socialist’, ‘Secular’, and ‘Integrity’ to the Preamble?
(a) 24th Amendment
(b) 42nd Amendment
(c) 44th Amendment
(d) 86th Amendment
Answer and Explanation:
(b) 42nd Amendment
Explanation: The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 is known as the “Mini Constitution” because it brought about significant changes, including adding ‘Socialist,’ ‘Secular,’ and ‘Integrity’ to the Preamble.
2. The Preamble declares India to be:
(a) Sovereign, Secular, Socialist Republic
(b) Sovereign, Socialist, Secular Democratic Republic
(c) Democratic Socialist Sovereign Republic
(d) None of the above
Answer and Explanation:
(b) Sovereign, Socialist, Secular Democratic Republic
Explanation: The Preamble reflects the guiding principles of the Constitution, declaring India to be sovereign, socialist, secular, and a democratic republic committed to justice, liberty, and equality.
3. Which of the following words is not mentioned in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution?
(a) Justice
(b) Liberty
(c) Dignity
(d) Religion
Answer and Explanation:
(d) Religion
Explanation: The Preamble emphasizes justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity but does not specifically mention the word ‘Religion,’ as the Constitution guarantees secularism.
4. The phrase “Unity and Integrity of the Nation” was added to the Preamble by:
(a) 40th Amendment (b) 42nd Amendment (c) 44th Amendment (d) None of the aboveAnswer and Explanation:
(b) 42nd Amendment Explanation: The phrase “Unity and Integrity of the Nation” was added to the Preamble by the 42nd Amendment Act of 1976, which was a key change in the Constitution.5. The Preamble of the Constitution of India was inspired by the Constitution of which country?
(a) USA (b) USSR (c) France (d) IrelandAnswer and Explanation:
(a) USA Explanation: The Preamble of the Indian Constitution was influenced by the Constitution of the United States, particularly in terms of its ideals of justice, liberty, and equality.6. What does the Preamble emphasize through the word “Fraternity”?
(a) Economic equality (b) National integrity and dignity of the individual (c) Religious harmony (d) Democratic principlesAnswer and Explanation:
(b) National integrity and dignity of the individual Explanation: The word “Fraternity” in the Preamble emphasizes national integrity and the dignity of the individual, promoting unity and mutual respect among all citizens of India.(a) It is enforceable by law
(b) It is a source of power for the government
(c) It states the ideals and philosophy of the Constitution
(d) It provides a framework for the judiciary
Show Answer and Explanation:
Answer: (c) It states the ideals and philosophy of the ConstitutionExplanation: The Preamble sets out the guiding principles and values of the Indian Constitution, including justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity, thus serving as the foundation for the interpretation of laws and policies in India.
8. Which of the following terms were added to the Preamble by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976? (UPSC 2017)
(a) Sovereign, Socialist, and Integrity
(b) Socialist, Secular, and Integrity
(c) Socialist, Secular, and Republic
(d) Secular, Sovereign, and Republic
Show Answer and Explanation:
Answer: (b) Socialist, Secular, and IntegrityExplanation: The 42nd Amendment (1976) introduced the words ‘Socialist’, ‘Secular’, and ‘Integrity’ in the Preamble, reflecting India’s commitment to these values as essential to its constitutional framework.
9. What is the correct sequence of the objectives stated in the Preamble? (UPSC 2016)
(a) Justice, Liberty, Equality, Fraternity
(b) Liberty, Equality, Justice, Fraternity
(c) Equality, Justice, Liberty, Fraternity
(d) Justice, Equality, Liberty, Fraternity
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