This question has been a topic of discussion across the country for some time. But now the government has clearly stated in the Parliament that there is no plan to remove these words at present. Know about it? 
Constitution:-On Thursday, the Indian government made it clear in Parliament that there are no current plans to remove the words ‘Socialist’ and ‘Secular’ from the Preamble of the Constitution.
This statement came in response to a question raised in the Rajya Sabha, where Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal provided a written reply. He stated that no official legal or constitutional process has been started to delete these words.
🔍 What Did the Government Say?
Meghwal acknowledged that some public and political groups may be discussing or debating these terms. However, he firmly said that the government has not taken any formal decision or made any proposal regarding changing or removing the words “Socialist” and “Secular” from the Constitution.
He emphasized that the government’s official position is clear:
“There is currently no plan or intention to reconsider or remove these words from the Constitution’s Preamble.”
He also noted that any such change would require serious national-level discussions and broad consensus, which has not happened so far.
⚖️ What Did the Supreme Court Say?
Meghwal referred to a Supreme Court judgment from November 2024, where petitions challenging the 42nd Constitutional Amendment (1976) — the amendment that added the words “Socialist” and “Secular” to the Preamble — were dismissed.
The court said that Parliament does have the power to amend the Constitution, including the Preamble. However, the word “Socialist” reflects India’s commitment to being a welfare state, and it does not block private sector growth.
Similarly, “Secular” is described by the Supreme Court as a core and essential part of the Constitution’s basic structure.
🗣️ What About Public Discussion?
Meghwal also addressed the ongoing discussions by some social or political organizations. He said that some groups might be expressing their views or advocating for a rethink on these words, but:
“Just because there is public debate or campaigning doesn’t mean that the government agrees or plans to act on it.”
He added that these discussions might create a public atmosphere, but they do not reflect the official stance of the government.
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No legal or constitutional steps have been taken to remove “Socialist” or “Secular”.
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Government has no intention or plan to amend the Preamble right now.
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Supreme Court supports the inclusion of both words as meaningful and valid.
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Public debate is ongoing, but the government has made no move toward change.
Despite debates in some circles, the government has made it very clear — the words “Socialist” and “Secular” are staying in the Constitution’s Preamble. No changes are coming anytime soon.