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What was the main motive behind the inclusion of the term 'Socialist' in the Preamble through the 42nd Amendment?

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To highlight the democratic nature of the Indian government
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To highlight the state's aspirations to reduce socio-economic inequalities
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To highlight the socio-religious tolerance and secularism of the Indian nation
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To emphasise total state control over means of production
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The correct option is B To highlight the state's aspirations to reduce socio-economic inequalities
The word 'Socialist' was inserted in the Preamble of the Constitution in 1976. It was meant to highlight the Indian state's aspirations to reduce socio-economic inequalities The term 'socialist' was meant to indicate democratic socialism, i.e., the achievement of socialistic goals through democratic, evolutionary and non-violent means.

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