Multiple choice

Which of the following expressions does not figure in the Preamble to the Constitution?

  1. Sovereign Democratic Republic

  2. Socialist

  3. Secular

  4. Federal

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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian Preamble declares India a 'Sovereign Socialist Secular Democratic Republic.' The term 'Federal' is deliberately absent; India describes itself as a 'Union of States' with federal features but a strong unitary bias. This distinction allows for centralized authority during emergencies.