The features of our Constitution

What is the purpose of the Preamble to the Constitution of India?

It serves as an introduction and highlights the vision and objectives of the Constitution.

What does 'Socialist' mean in the context of the Indian Constitution?

A Socialist Nation ensures Economic and Social Equality for all its citizens by equally distributing the nation's resources.

What is meant by 'Sovereign' in the Indian Constitution?

A Sovereign country is one that makes its own laws and has its own foreign policy, free from external control.

How does the Indian government practice secularism?

It treats every religion equally and allows citizens to practice their faith unless it violates someone else's fundamental rights.

What defines a 'Republic' according to the Indian Constitution?

A Republic is a nation whose Head of State is elected, not a monarch; in India, the President is the indirectly elected Head of State.

What are the two levels of government under the Indian Constitution?

The Central/Union level and the State level, which share powers and responsibilities.

What topics are covered under the Union List in India?

Topics such as Defense, Finance, and Foreign Affairs.

What is the significance of secularism in India?

It prevents the government from discriminating against individuals based on their religion and protects fundamental rights.

What are the objectives of the state as outlined in the Preamble?

To ensure Justice, Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity for every citizen.

What rights does the Right to Freedom guarantee?

It guarantees freedoms such as speech and expression, peaceful assembly, and the right to travel within the country.

What does the Right to Education provide for children in India?

It guarantees free education for children aged six to fourteen in government schools.

How does the Constitution of India protect minority cultures?

It allows minorities to conserve their language, culture, and script and to establish their own educational institutions.

What are the qualities of Fundamental Rights?

They promote a just society, ensure safety and liberty, support secularism, and protect minority interests.

What are Directive Principles of State Policy?

Guidelines for making laws aimed at ensuring the development and welfare of all economic, social, and political groups; they are not enforceable.

What were the Fundamental Duties added to the Indian Constitution?

Duties include respecting the Constitution, national service, safeguarding public property, and protecting the natural environment.