Which of the following amendments were NOT made to the Constitution of India…

2023

Which of the following amendments were NOT made to the Constitution of India through the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976 ?

  1. A.

    Added the words ‘Secular’ and ‘Socialist’ to the Preamble

  2. B.

    Increased the tenure of Lok Sabha from 5 to 6 years

  3. C.

    Added a new article to Directive Principles with the provision for ‘free legal aid’

  4. D.

    Reduced the voting age in India from 21 to 18 years

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Correct answer: D

The 42nd Amendment Act, 1976 is known as the 'Mini Constitution' and made several major changes: Added the words 'Socialist' and 'Secular' to the Preamble.

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