Question Q.4GS2GS2

Explain how the terms 'socialist' and 'secular' in the Preamble embody specific meanings in the Indian context.

Introduction

Words socialist & secular were added by 42nd Const-Amend Act in Preamble

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Meaning of Socialist in Indian context: (1) No fixed doctrinate advication to socialism (Privity Dharam Asr.Case) (2) Based on principle of democratic socialism → perceived reform no revolution (3) Emphasis on Welfare State to bridge socio-economic inequality Eg → DRSP in Part IVc (4) Based on Gandhian ideas of gamaization, based labor & village republic Meaning of Secular in Indian context: (1) Principled distance nature-neutral arms length separation of urest (2) State can intervene to side of civil parties → Hindu temple open for dalits (3) Rather than indifference state memods all religion Eg → Satynarayan from Upanishad (4) State leans from all religion Eg → Satynarayan from Upanishad (5) Based on idea Sarva Sharina handshake Thus these terms shave been interpreted in indigenous way by Supreme Court

— NEERAJ TRAR · AIR 180

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Thus these terms shave been interpreted in indigenous way by Supreme Court.

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NEERAJ TRAR

AIR 1802025

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GS2GS2

Topic

Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure

Preamble

Socialist and Secular Terms

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