Which of the following was not included in the 42nd amendment (1976) to the Indian Constitution?

Correct option is D

(d) Reduced the voting age from 21 to 18 years
Sol. The 42nd Amendment of the Indian Constitution in 1976 did not include reducing the voting age from 21 to 18 years; this change was made later by the 61st Amendment in 1988. The 42nd Amendment, often referred to as the "Mini Constitution," included changes such as altering the wording of the preamble and introducing the concept of "integrity" alongside unity and amending the fundamental duties.
Important Key Points:
1. The 42nd Amendment, passed in 1976, brought several significant changes to the Indian Constitution.
2. It modified the preamble, emphasizing "integrity" of the nation.
3. The amendment introduced 10 fundamental duties for Indian citizens.
4. It strengthened the central government's authority over states.
5. The 61st Amendment (1988) was responsible for reducing the voting age.
6. The 42nd Amendment is considered one of the most controversial in India's history.
Knowledge Booster:
· (a) Change in the wording of the preamble: The 42nd Amendment added the terms "socialist" and "secular" and modified "unity" to "unity and integrity."
· (b) Laid down 10 fundamental duties: The amendment introduced a list of duties citizens are expected to follow.
· (c) Unity of the nation changed to unity and integrity of the nation: This was part of the amendment to emphasize the importance of national integrity.