Previous year MCQs

UPPSC 2021 GS-I Indian Polity
Question

Which of the following words is NOT mentioned in the Preamble of the Constitution of India?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: Federal

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Federal”.
Preamble declares India to be a sovereign, socialist, secular and democratic republic.

The objectives stated by the Preamble are to secure justice, liberty, equality to all citizens and promote fraternity to maintain unity and integrity of the nation.

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