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The Preamble begins with the words 'We, the people of India', indicating that the Constitution derives its authority from ______.

  1. the British Parliament
  2. the Constituent Assembly
  3. the people of India
  4. the President

Answer: the people of India

Preamble opening phrase: 'We, the people of India' signifies popular sovereignty - Constitution's authority flows from citizens, not from any external power or elite body. Constituent Assembly was elected indirectly but represented people's will. This democratic foundation distinguishes Indian Constitution from colonial-era laws and emphasizes that governance is by, for, and of the people.

Topic Preamble - Source of Authority
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