The word _____ in the Preamble to the Constitution of India implies an 'elected Head of the State'.

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  1. democratic
  2. sovereign
  3. socialist
  4. republic

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Option 4 : republic
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The correct answer is republic.Key Points

  • The Preamble to the Constitution of India starts with the words "We, the people of India".
  • This implies that the people of India are the ultimate source of power in the country.
  • The Preamble declares India to be a "sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic republic".
  • Each of these words has a specific meaning.
  • India is a republic because it has an elected head of state.
  • The President of India is elected by an Electoral College consisting of the elected members of both houses of Parliament and the Legislative Assemblies of the States.

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  • Sovereign: India is a free country and has the power to govern itself without any external interference.
  • Socialist: The Indian government is committed to creating a society where there is social and economic equality for all.
  • Secular: India does not have an official state religion and all religions are treated equally.
  • Democratic: The people of India have the right to elect their representatives and participate in the democratic process.
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