The ideals of liberty, equality and fraternity enshrined in the Preamble of the Constitution of India were inspired by

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Question

The ideals of liberty, equality and fraternity enshrined in the Preamble of the Constitution of India were inspired by

  1. A. The French Revolution (Correct answer)
  2. B. The Russian Revolution
  3. C. The American Declaration of Independence
  4. D. The Chinese Revolution

Correct Answer

Option A — The French Revolution

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is The French Revolution.

Key Points

  • The ideals of Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity in India's Preamble were inspired by the French Revolution of 1789.
  • The French motto "Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité" directly influenced Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, who studied in France.
  • The American Revolution inspired fundamental rights, and the Soviet constitution influenced socialism in the Preamble.

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