The Indian Constitution begins with the Preamble wherein the ideals, the objectives and the noble sentiments have been expressed.
→ As the Preamble summons the essence of the constitution, it is regarded as the heart and the soul of the constitution.
→ While enacting any law and to fully explain it, a recourse is made to the Preamble for guidance.
→ The intention, the ideals and the policy content of any law enacted by the Union Parliament and the State Legislature is guided by the Preamble.
→ When any difficulties arise in making laws. recourse is made to the Preamble to clarify the issues and overcome difficulties. In this sense, the Preamble is the essence of the constitution.
→ While Interpreting any provision of the constitution or law, judiciary seeks guidance from the Preamble.
→ The Preamble is the beautiful manifestation of the ideal of justice, equality, freedom, preserving the unity and integrity of the nation as well as fraternity (brotherhood) among the people.
→ However, the Preamble is not a part of the constitution, it lacks legal sanction. The citizens cannot approach judiciary if any of the provisions in the Preamble are not implemented by the government. In spite of this, the Preamble has the backbone of the high ideals and the noble sentiments.