GS2 · 10 marks · 150 words

To what extent, in your opinion, have the ideals of the Preamble been realised in the country's 75-year constitutional journey?

Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025

Constitution and Basic Structure

Syllabus: Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure.

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From all 4 answers · about 170 words · 75% drew a diagram.

Opening

  • A definition1 of 4
  • A constitutional or legal provision1 of 4
  • No separate opening1 of 4
  • A quotation1 of 4

Body

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  • Points1 of 4

Close

  • A summary2 of 4
  • No separate close1 of 4
  • A way forward1 of 4

The toppers’ answers

Ujjwal PriyankAIR 10 · CSE 2025 · 107 wordsTheir whole copy

Opening · a quotation

According to N. Palkhiwala, the Preamble is the political horoscope of India.

In the 75-year of journey when constitution was adopted and enforced, the preamble has played significant role: However there have been challenges too in realising the ideals of preamble.

Body · points and prose

te due to socialist inclusive growth model. -> 2. Promoting secularism "Sarv dharm Sambhav" -> 3. Justice through affirmative action -> 4. Ensuring equality of opportunities through Standup India, PM JANMAN etc.

However there have been challenges too in realising the ideals of preamble.

  1. Issues of communalism and ethnic violence -> threaten fraternity and integrity.

  2. Marginalisation of underprivileged due to differential access to opportunity Eg: 67000 cases registered under SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act in 2024.

  3. Lack of political justice.

Close · a summary

Eg: only 13.6% women MP in 18th lok Sabha

The Preamble is an intrinsic part of constitution that provides the access to the mind of constitution makers.

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