Question

why was india called a republic?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

india is called a republic because of the applicable definition of a republic: a form of government in which representatives are entitled to act on behalf of the people whom they represent. ... And the "front cover" of constitution being the preamble describes India as a "Sovereign Socialist Secular Democratic Republic".

Answer 2

A republic is a form of government in which the people elect the government including the head of the government. The leaders are not hereditary.

India satisfies these conditions

So, it is a republic.

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