Social Harmony — Amendments

Amendment	Year	Description	Impact
42nd Constitutional Amendment Act	1976	This amendment introduced Part IVA, comprising Article 51A, which enumerates the Fundamental Duties of citizens. These duties were added based on the recommendations of the Swaran Singh Committee. Among these duties, Article 51A(e) and (f) directly address the promotion of social harmony and the preservation of composite culture.	The 42nd Amendment formally enshrined the concept of social harmony as a fundamental duty, shifting it from a mere aspiration to a constitutional obligation for every citizen. It provided a legal and moral framework to guide citizens towards fostering unity, transcending divisions, and respecting India's diverse heritage, thereby strengthening the nation's social fabric and reinforcing the 'unity in diversity' principle. This was a significant step in balancing rights with responsibilities.