Polity
2021
Preamble of Constitution
What was the exact constitutional status of India on 26th January, 1950?
D.A Sovereign Socialist Secular Democratic Republic
B.A Sovereign Democratic Republic
C.A Sovereign Secular Democratic Republic
A.A Democratic Republic
Correct Answer: Option B
On 26th January, 1950, the constitutional status of India, as reflected in the original Preamble, was that of a "Sovereign Democratic Republic."
The terms "Socialist" and "Secular" were not part of the original Preamble.
These two words were added later by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1976.
Therefore, option (b) is the correct answer.
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