UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 87
What was the exact constitutional status of India on 26th January, 1950?
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Correct answer: B
Correct Option: B (A Sovereign Democratic Republic)
Explanation: At commencement on 26 January 1950, the Preamble declared India a “Sovereign Democratic Republic”. “Socialist” and “Secular” were added by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
Option-wise Analysis:
A. Incorrect-This omits the expressly stated word “Sovereign”.
B. Correct-the 1950 Preamble used “Sovereign Democratic Republic”.
C. Incorrect-“Secular” was inserted formally into the Preamble only in 1976.
D. Incorrect-Both “Socialist” and “Secular” were added in 1976, not present in 1950.