UPSC Indian Polity and Civics The Indian Constitution Question Bank The Constitution of India : Preamble, Territory, Citizenship, Federalism, Parliamentary Democracy

Consider the following with regard to the Preamble of the Constitution.

1. The Preamble states the objects of the Constitution.

2. It is not enforceable in a court of law.

3. It helps in the interpretation of the Constitution where the language is found to be ambiguous.

4. It indicates the source from which the Constitution derives its authority.

Which of these statements are correct? Codes:

A) 1, 2, 3

B) 1, 3, 4

C) 2, 3, 4

D) 1, 2, 3, 4

Correct Answer: B

Solution :

According to Basu, the Preamble of the Constitution is not enforceable in a court of law.