GK Question

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The Preamble's 'Socialist' commitment, added in 1976, reflects the Constitution's aim to reduce economic inequalities through democratic means, not through ______ revolution.

  1. violent
  2. technological
  3. cultural
  4. administrative

Answer: violent

Democratic socialism in Preamble: (a) Added by 42nd Amendment (1976) reflecting Congress party's ideological commitment, (b) Means: Mixed economy, welfare state, progressive taxation, land reforms, public sector in strategic industries, (c) Method: Democratic processes (elections, legislation, judicial review), not revolutionary overthrow, (d) Operationalization: Directive Principles (Articles 38-43), Fundamental Rights (property as legal right, not FR after 44th Amendment). Distinguishes Indian socialism from authoritarian models.

Topic Preamble - Socialist Commitment
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