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I found a copy of the text here: https://legislative.gov.in/constitution-of-india/

English version: https://cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in/s380537a945c7aaa788ccfcdf1b99b...

In the preamble (p32), I see this text:

    > WE, THE PEOPLE OF INDIA, having solemnly resolved to constitute India into a [SOVEREIGN SOCIALIST SECULAR DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC] and to secure to all its citizens:
That said, I don't know how constitutional amendments work in India. This text may have been amended at a later date, but the original text remains.


“Socialist” and “Secular” were added by Indira Gandhi when she had declared an Emergency after being disqualified by a high court.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forty-second_Amendment_of_the_...




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