Indian Constitution (Preamble): Identify which item is NOT expressly mentioned in the Preamble of the Constitution of India. The Preamble explicitly mentions Justice, Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity; evaluate which listed term falls outside this set. Choose the correct option.

Given data

• The Preamble of the Constitution of India is being referenced.
• Options include: adult franchise, equality of status, fraternity, justice.

Concept/Approach
The Preamble declares India to be a Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic Republic and resolves to secure to all its citizens Justice, Liberty, Equality and promote Fraternity. The mechanism of adult franchise (universal adult suffrage) is provided elsewhere (Articles 326 etc.), not in the Preamble.

Step-by-step reasoning
• Check express words in the Preamble → Justice, Liberty, Equality, Fraternity are present. • Adult franchise refers to the electoral system and is not a Preamble term.

Common pitfalls
Assuming democratic ideals like universal adult suffrage must appear in the Preamble; they do not.

Final Answer
Adult franchise