Preamble – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. 1. The Preamble declares India to be a:

   • A. Sovereign Republic
   • B. Democratic Republic
   • C. Socialist Republic
   • D. Sovereign Socialist Secular Democratic Republic

2. 2. Equality' as mentioned in the Preamble refers to:

   • A. Equality before law only
   • B. Equal opportunity and status
   • C. Equal income for all
   • D. Equality based on religion

3. 3. Fraternity' as mentioned in the Preamble aims to promote:

   • A. National unity
   • B. National integrity
   • C. Dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the nation
   • D. Only unity of the nation

4. 4. The term 'Secular' was added to the Preamble by which Constitutional Amendment?

   • A. 42nd Amendment
   • B. 44th Amendment
   • C. 52nd Amendment
   • D. 73rd Amendment

5. 5. The term 'Socialist' was added to the Preamble by which Constitutional Amendment?

   • A. 42nd Amendment
   • B. 44th Amendment
   • C. 52nd Amendment
   • D. 73rd Amendment

6. 6. The term 'Integrity' was added to the Preamble by which Constitutional Amendment?

   • A. 42nd Amendment
   • B. 44th Amendment
   • C. 52nd Amendment
   • D. 73rd Amendment

7. 7. The Preamble derives its authority from:

   • A. The President of India
   • B. The Parliament of India
   • C. The people of India
   • D. The Supreme Court of India

8. 8. The Preamble serves as a:

   • A. Source of law
   • B. Part of the Constitution that is not enforceable
   • C. Guide to the interpretation of the Constitution
   • D. Directive to the Legislature

9. 9. In which case did the Supreme Court hold that the Preamble is not a part of the Constitution?

   • A. Berubari Union case
   • B. Kesavananda Bharati case
   • C. Minerva Mills case
   • D. Golaknath case

10. 10. In which case did the Supreme Court hold that the Preamble is an integral part of the Constitution?

    • A. Berubari Union case
    • B. Kesavananda Bharati case
    • C. Minerva Mills case
    • D. Golaknath case

11. 11. The concept of 'Republic' in the Preamble indicates:

    • A. India has an elected head of state
    • B. There is no hereditary ruler
    • C. Both A and B
    • D. India is a union of states

12. 12. The phrase 'Sovereign' in the Preamble means that India is:

    • A. Dependent on other nations
    • B. Free from external control
    • C. A member of the United Nations
    • D. A socialist state