Indian Supreme Court upholds "socialist" and "secular" in Constitution, affirming Parliament's amendment powers.

The Supreme Court of India dismissed petitions challenging the inclusion of "socialist" and "secular" in the Constitution's Preamble, added in 1976. The court affirmed Parliament's power to amend the Constitution, including the Preamble, under Article 368. It noted that these terms reflect India's commitment to equality and respect for all religions, rejecting arguments that they distort the Constitution's original intent.

November 25, 2024
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