PREAMBLE
PREAMBLE
What is a Preamble?
A preamble is an introductory statement in a document
that explains the document’s philosophy and objectives.
In a Constitution, it presents the intention of its framers,
the history behind its creation, and the core values and
principles of the nation.
The preamble basically gives idea of the following
things/objects:
Source of the Constitution
Nature of Indian State
Statement of its objectives
Date of its adoption
History of the Preamble to Indian Constitution -
The ideals behind the Preamble to India’s Constitution
were laid down by Jawaharlal Nehru’s Objectives
Resolution, adopted by the Constituent Assembly on
January 22, 1947.
Although not enforceable in court, the Preamble states
the objectives of the Constitution, and acts as an aid
during the interpretation of Articles when language is
found ambiguous.
Components of Preamble
It is indicated by the Preamble that the source of
authority of the Constitution lies with the people of India.
Preamble declares India to be a sovereign, socialist,
secular and democratic republic.
The objectives stated by the Preamble are to secure
justice, liberty, equality to all citizens and promote
fraternity to maintain unity and integrity of the nation.
The date is mentioned in the preamble when it was
adopted i.e. November 26, 1949.