Which among the following terms is not a part of the preamble of the original constitution of India enacted in November 26,1946? 

The correct answer is Integrity.

Key Points

• The original Constitution of India, enacted on November 26, 1949, did not include the term Integrity in the Preamble.
• The terms mentioned in the original Preamble were Sovereign, Democratic, Republic, Justice, Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity.
• The word Integrity was added to the Preamble through the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976, during the Emergency period under Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
• The 42nd Amendment also introduced terms like Socialist and Secular, expanding the scope of the Preamble.
• The Preamble serves as the guiding philosophy and objectives of the Constitution, reflecting its core values.

Additional Information

• Preamble of India:
  • The Preamble acts as the introduction to the Constitution, outlining its objectives and principles.
  • The original Preamble emphasized values such as Justice (Social, Economic, and Political), Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity.
  • Post-1976, it included Socialist, Secular, and Integrity to align with the changing socio-political landscape.
• 42nd Amendment Act, 1976:
  • Known as the "Mini-Constitution," it brought significant changes to the Constitution.
  • It added Socialist, Secular, and Integrity to the Preamble and made changes to other parts of the Constitution.
  • It was enacted during the Emergency period and remains one of the most controversial amendments.
• Other Notable Features of the Preamble:
  • The Preamble is not legally enforceable but acts as a guiding light for constitutional interpretation.
  • It plays a key role in understanding the spirit of the Constitution and its foundational principles.
• Fraternity in the Preamble:
  • Fraternity emphasizes the sense of brotherhood and unity among citizens of India.
  • It aims to ensure the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the nation.