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    What are the first three words of the Indian Constitution related to idea of self-government?
    Question

    What are the first three words of the Indian Constitution related to idea of self-government?

    A.

    We the people

    B.

    We the government

    C.

    We the citizen

    D.

    We the Indian

    Correct option is A

    The first three words of the Indian Constitution, "We the People," signify the sovereignty of the people of India and their collective will to govern themselves. It reflects the democratic essence of the Constitution.

    Information Booster:

    1. The phrase emphasizes that the power of governance lies with the citizens.
    2. The Preamble outlines the ideals of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity.
    3. "We the People" implies that the Constitution was adopted and enacted by the citizens of India.
    4. It was finalized and adopted by the Constituent Assembly on November 26, 1949.
    5. The Preamble acts as the soul of the Constitution, guiding its interpretation.

    Additional Knowledge:

    • We the Government: Incorrect; governance is derived from people’s mandate.
    • We the Citizen: Highlights individuality but not collective sovereignty.
    • We the Indian: Not in alignment with the constitutional framework.

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