The Preamble of the Indian Constitution is a brief introductory statement that outlines the fundamental principles and values of the Indian Constitution. It serves as a guide to the interpretation and implementation of the Constitution and reflects the aspirations and values of the Indian people.

The Preamble was drafted by Jawaharlal Nehru and was later debated and adopted by the Constituent Assembly of India on November 26, 1949. This introductory statement declares India to be a sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic republic and outlines the objectives of the Constitution, which include justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity.

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"WE, THE PEOPLE OF INDIA, having solemnly resolved to constitute India into a SOVEREIGN SOCIALIST SECULAR DEMOCRATIC REPUBLICand to secure to all its citizens:

JUSTICE, social, economic and political;

LIBERTYof thought, expression, belief, faith and worship;

EQUALITYof status and of opportunity; and to promote among them all

FRATERNITYassuring the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the Nation;