We the people of India, having solemnly resolved to constitute India into a Sovereign, Socialist, Secular Democratic Republic and secure to all its citizens.

Justice, Social, Economical and Political, Liberty of thought Expression, Belief, Faith and worship.

Equality of Status and Opportunity; and to promote amongst them all. Fraternity assuring the Dignity of Individual and the Unity and Integrity of Nation; In our Constituent Assembly this Twenty Sixth Day of November, 1949, Do Hereby Adopt, Enact and Give to ourselves this Constitution.