The given terms in the context of the Preamble to the Constitution are answered as under:
(a) Liberty: In the preamble, there is a provision of freedom or relaxation over a certain issue under the name of ‘Liberty’, that goes for the welfare of common mass. The liberty mentioned in the context of the Preamble to the Constitution relates to Liberty of Thought, Expression Belief, Faith and Worship. Freedom of thought and expression means, the right to speak or write freely on any subject, provided the speaker abides by the restrictions imposed on this right. A person has freedom of religion and conscience. The State gives equal freedom to all religions.
(b) Equality: A person is ensured of equality before the law. Social equality and equality of opportunity in matters of public employment are yet another levels of Equality. But, equality is seen in the criterion which reveals “equality among equals”. A poor is no match to a rich. So, at this juncture, equality differs in its meaning. The Constitution to overlooks such a discrimination and rules out any violation while discriminating the both. Hence, the State can make special provision for women, children and the backward classes of citizens.
(c) Fraternity: It is the spirit of brotherhood which is indispensable to bind the nation in a single string to provide strength and stability to the nation. Since our society is divided by many classes, castes, religions, and languages, therefore, it is very essential to bring about harmony among them, lest any kind of friction differentiation of ideologies should bring forth any kind confrontation. Fraternity marks the dignity of the individual and the Unity and Integrity of the Nation.
