Preamble Previous Year Questions with Explanations
Concept revision + 10 clickable questions + detailed explanations
This lesson converts recurring previous-paper concepts into an exam-ready revision set. Question wording is independently rewritten for clarity; explanations are original; and official APPSC, UPSC, SSC and RRB repositories are linked for verification.
Topic Focus
Preamble basics, constitutional values, amendments and major Supreme Court interpretation traps.
Rapid Answer Map
| No. | Question focus | Correct answer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Constitution of India was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on: | 26 November 1949 |
| 2 | Which words were added to the Preamble by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment? | Socialist, Secular and Integrity |
| 3 | The expression “We, the People of India” indicates that the Constitution derives authority from: | The people of India |
| 4 | Which set correctly represents the forms of justice promised in the Preamble? | Social, Economic and Political |
| 5 | The Objective Resolution, which influenced the Preamble, was moved by: | Jawaharlal Nehru |
| 6 | Which statement about the Preamble is correct? | It is part of the Constitution but not a source of independent power |
| 7 | The ideals of Liberty, Equality and Fraternity are commonly associated with the: | French Revolution |
| 8 | Which Preamble ideal assures the dignity of the individual? | Fraternity |
| 9 | India is called a republic because: | Its head of State is elected, directly or indirectly |
| 10 | In which case did the Supreme Court hold that the Preamble is part of the Constitution and can be used in interpretation? | Kesavananda Bharati case |
10 Clickable MCQs
The Constitution of India was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on:
The Constitution was adopted on 26 November 1949 and came into force on 26 January 1950.
Which words were added to the Preamble by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment?
The 42nd Amendment Act, 1976 added Socialist, Secular and Integrity.
The expression “We, the People of India” indicates that the Constitution derives authority from:
The opening words express popular sovereignty: constitutional authority ultimately comes from the people.
Which set correctly represents the forms of justice promised in the Preamble?
The Preamble promises social, economic and political justice.
The Objective Resolution, which influenced the Preamble, was moved by:
Jawaharlal Nehru moved the Objective Resolution in December 1946.
Which statement about the Preamble is correct?
The Supreme Court has recognised the Preamble as part of the Constitution, but it does not confer independent powers.
The ideals of Liberty, Equality and Fraternity are commonly associated with the:
Liberty, Equality and Fraternity are closely associated with the French Revolution.
Which Preamble ideal assures the dignity of the individual?
Fraternity assures the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the nation.
India is called a republic because:
A republic has a non-hereditary head of State. India’s President is elected indirectly.
In which case did the Supreme Court hold that the Preamble is part of the Constitution and can be used in interpretation?
Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala (1973) recognised the Preamble as part of the Constitution and developed the basic-structure doctrine.
Common Exam Traps
Quick Revision Checklist
- 1. 26 November 1949 — Constitution Day is observed on 26 November.
- 2. Socialist, Secular and Integrity — The amendment was enacted during the Emergency period.
- 3. The people of India — Popular sovereignty is a recurring polity concept.
- 4. Social, Economic and Political — Liberty, equality and fraternity are separate Preamble ideals.
- 5. Jawaharlal Nehru — The Constituent Assembly adopted it in January 1947.
- 6. It is part of the Constitution but not a source of independent power — It assists constitutional interpretation.
- 7. French Revolution — The Preamble combines Indian objectives with global constitutional ideas.
- 8. Fraternity — Integrity was added by the 42nd Amendment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these questions copied from coaching websites?
No. Questions are independently rewritten from recurring concepts in official paper repositories and standard sources.
Why is an exact exam year not shown beside every question?
An exam and year are shown only when the source can be checked reliably. This prevents incorrect PYQ attribution.
How should I use this page?
Attempt all questions once, study explanations, revise the answer map, and reattempt after two days.
Official Paper Sources
- APPSC – Question papers and final keys
- APPSC – Question papers of various notifications
- UPSC – Previous question papers
- SSC – Official portal and previous papers
- RRB – Official question/response notices
Source policy: Official repositories establish the tested concepts. Explanations and practice presentation here are original.
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