Which of the following words was not in the original constitution?

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Answer 1

The correct answer is Secular

Key Points

The word Secular was not included in the original Constitution of India.
It was added later by the 42nd Amendment Act of 1976.
The 42nd Amendment is also known as the Constitution (Forty-second Amendment) Act, 1976, which is one of the most comprehensive amendments to the Indian Constitution.
The amendment aimed to give a more distinct identity to the Indian state as a secular entity.
Along with "Secular," the words "Socialist" and "Integrity" were also added to the Preamble of the Constitution.

Additional Information

The Constitution of India was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on 26th November 1949 and came into effect on 26th January 1950.
It lays down the framework defining fundamental political principles, establishes the structure, procedures, powers, and duties of government institutions, and sets out fundamental rights, directive principles, and the duties of citizens.
The Constitution of India is the longest written constitution of any country in the world.
It declares India a sovereign, socialist, secular, and democratic republic, assuring its citizens justice, equality, and liberty, and endeavors to promote fraternity.
The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 is often referred to as a "mini-Constitution" due to the extensive changes it brought about.
The Preamble reflects the core values and philosophy of the Indian Constitution.