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Question
The Preamble to the Constitution describes India as a Socialist State. What does the expression ‘Socialist’ mean here?
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Solution
The expression ‘Socialist’ signifies the meaning of “fair distribution of wealth” and “Securing a decent standard of life to the people.” India, which is a Socialist State, does provide equal opportunities to all, irrespective of birth, sex, and religion in all aspects of life.
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| 1. Pt Jawaharlal Nehru | (a) Chairman of the Drafting Committee. |
| 2. B. R. Ambedkar | (b) First Prime Minister of India |
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