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The words 'Socialist' and 'Secular' were added to the Preamble of the Constitution of India through the ______________ .

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The Preamble promotes fraternity while assuring the dignity of the individual.

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Option A — 42nd Amendment Act, 1976

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1SSC Questions Asked in These Years:2017
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Constitutional Journey from Berubari to Kesavananda has appeared in 11 previous-year exam questions, most frequently in State PSC, UPSC and SSC.
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