Multiple choice general knowledge

The Preamble of our Constitution envisages

  1. Theoratic state

  2. Sovereign, democratic, secular and socialistic republic

  3. Secular democracy

  4. Monarchy
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Preamble declares India as a Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic, Republic. Option B captures all these key terms but uses socialistic instead of socialist and the order is slightly different from the Preamble's actual wording.

AI explanation

To answer this question, let's go through each option to understand why it is correct or incorrect:

Option A) Theoratic state - This option is incorrect because the Preamble of the Constitution does not envisage a theocratic state. A theocratic state is one where religious leaders hold the highest positions of authority and religious law is the basis of governance. However, the Preamble of the Constitution of India does not establish India as a theocratic state.

Option B) Sovereign, democratic, secular and socialistic republic - This option is correct. The Preamble of the Constitution of India explicitly mentions that India is a sovereign, democratic, secular, and socialist republic. These principles form the foundation of the Indian Constitution and reflect the ideals and aspirations of the Indian people.

Option C) Secular democracy - This option is partially correct. While the Preamble does mention that India is a secular republic, it also includes other principles such as being sovereign, democratic, and socialist. Therefore, option B is a more comprehensive and accurate description of the principles envisaged by the Preamble.

Option D) Monarchy - This option is incorrect because the Preamble of the Constitution of India does not envisage a monarchy. A monarchy is a form of government where a single ruler, usually a king or queen, holds supreme power. However, India adopted a republican form of government, as stated in the Preamble.

The correct answer is B) Sovereign, democratic, secular and socialistic republic. This option is correct because it accurately reflects the principles envisaged by the Preamble of the Constitution of India.

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