GK Question

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The Preamble is often taught as the 'identity card' of the Constitution because it concisely expresses its fundamental philosophy, making it a crucial tool for civic education.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

Preamble as educational tool: (a) Concise summary: 85 words capture Constitution's soul - source of authority, political system, core values, (b) Civic education: NCERT textbooks feature Preamble prominently; schools conduct Preamble recitation to instill constitutional values, (c) Public discourse: Politicians, activists, judges cite Preamble to frame arguments, (d) Limitation: Preamble alone insufficient; understanding requires study of operative provisions, institutional design, historical context. Balance: Preamble as entry point, not substitute for constitutional literacy.

Topic Preamble - Educational Significance
Exam Relevance Civic education and constitutional values question frequently asked in UPSC and SSC exams
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