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The term ‘secular’ was added to the Preamble of the Constitution

The term ‘secular’ was added to the Preamble of the Constitution of India by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act in the year
धर्मनिरपेक्ष’ शब्द भारत के संविधान की प्रस्तावना में 42वें संविधान संशोधन अधिनियम द्वारा जोड़ा गया था वर्ष ________।

1976 1975 1978 1974

Detailed Solution & Logic

Correct Answer:

1976

Originally, the Preamble described India as a sovereign, democratic republic.
In 1976, during the Emergency period, the 42nd Amendment Act was passed.
This amendment inserted the words “socialist” and “secular” into the Preamble, making it read:
“We, the people of India, having solemnly resolved to constitute India into a Sovereign Socialist Secular Democratic Republic…”
The purpose was to emphasize that India does not favor any religion and treats all religions equally, ensuring freedom of faith and belief for its citizens.
So, the correct year is 1976

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