2. A constitution helps
serve as a set of rules
and principles that all
persons in a country
can upon as the basis
of the way in which
they want the country
to be governed.
WHAT IS A CONSTITUTION?
3. Tells us the fundamental nature of a
society.
It reflects the ideals of the country.
Explain the nature of country’s
political system
Ensure the misuse of authority by our
political leaders.
It guarantees the right to equality.
Ensures that no one can be
discriminated.
Ensures majority does not influence
the minority.
It save us from ourselves.
PURPOSES OF CONSTITUTION
4. Population was large.
Poverty.
People spoke different languages , belonged to
different religions and had different cultures.
Partition of India.
Some of the Princely States remained undecided
about their future.
PROBLEMS OF INDIAN CONSTITUTION
FRAMERS
5. DR. BHEEM RAO BABA SAHEB AMBEDKAR
Is known as the ‘Father of Indian Constitution’.
Indian constitution was not only written by Dr.
Ambedkar but by a group of around 300 people.
6. Federalism – It refers to the existence of more
than one level of government in the country.
Example – Levels of government in India -
Central govt. -> State govt. -> Local govt.
KEY FEATURES OF INDIAN
CONSTITUTION
7. Parliamentary Form of
Government – This means that
all adult of India have equal
right to vote during elections.
Separation of powers – It
ensures the balance of power.
Example – In India the three
organs -legislature (elected
representatives),executive
(implement the law) and
judiciary (checks the law)
should exercise different
powers, in order to , prevent
misuse of power.
PARLIMENTARY FORM OF GOVT.
8. Fundamental Rights – It refers to
the basic rights of the citizen of
India. The rights are –
Right to equality
Right to freedom
Right against exploitation
Right to freedom of religion
Cultural and educational rights
Right to constitutional remedies
FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT
9. Secularism – a secular state is one in which the
state does not officially promote any one
religion as the state religion.
SECULARISM