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During Constituent Assembly debates, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar described the Preamble as the ______ of the Constitution, setting out its fundamental values and aspirations.

  1. index
  2. preface
  3. epilogue
  4. appendix

Answer: preface

Ambedkar on Preamble: In Constituent Assembly (November 1948), Ambedkar stated Preamble is 'preface' to Constitution: (a) Sets out fundamental values (justice, liberty, equality, fraternity), (b) Declares source of authority (people of India), (c) Specifies political system (sovereign democratic republic), (d) Guides interpretation of operative provisions. However, he cautioned Preamble not substitute for detailed provisions; implementation requires institutional mechanisms. Reflects balanced view: aspirational vision grounded in practical governance.

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