How was the Indian Republic described in the Preamble of the Constitution when it was originally adopted on 26th November 1949?

Fundamental Rights — question ID 122

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Explanation

Originally, the Preamble described India as a 'Sovereign, Democratic, Republic'. The words 'Socialist' and 'Secular' (along with 'Integrity') were added later by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1976.