GS2 · 15 marks · 250 words
The insertion of "Socialist" and "Secular" into the Preamble through the 42nd Amendment sparked enduring debates on constitutional morality and ideological identity. Examine the historical context and contemporary relevance of these additions.
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Syllabus: Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure.
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