the Preamble is the introductory section of the Constitution in this context explain (a) democracy its significance (b) importance of secularism.
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Explanation:
(a). The significance of the Preamble lies in its components. It embodies the source of the Constitution i.e., the people of India. The terms sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic, republic in the Preamble suggests the nature of the state. The ideals of justice, liberty, equality, fraternity reflects the objectives of the Constitution.
(b). Secularism is important for India for the following reasons:
It enables people of different religions to live in civility with respect for all faiths.
It is a part of democracy, which grants equal rights.
It safe guards democracy by limiting the powers of the majority and
It protects the equal rights of minorities to citizens
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The Preamble to the Constitution of India is a brief introductory statement that sets out guidelines, which guide the people of the nation, and to present the principles of the Constitution, and to indicate the source from which the document derives its authority, and meaning[1]. It reflects the hopes and aspirations of the people. The preamble can be referred to as the preface which highlights the entire Constitution. It was adopted on 26 November 1949 by the Constituent Assembly and came into effect on 26 January 1950, celebrated as the Republic day in India. Preamble was made in 1947 but adopted in 1949.