300 x 2 Mark Q nd A

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Theme 12:  Framing the Constitution The Beginning of a New Era

1 Mark Question Answers: 

Q1. What is the Indian Constitution, and when was it adopted?

Answer: The Indian Constitution is the supreme law of India. It was adopted on January 26, 1950, marking the day when India became a Republic, replacing the Government of India Act (1935).

Q2.What is the Preamble of the Indian Constitution, and what does it signify?

Answer: The Preamble is the introductory statement of the Constitution, which outlines the ideals and objectives of the Indian state. It signifies justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity as the guiding principles for India's governance.

Q3. What are the main features of the Indian Constitution?

Answer: The main features of the Indian Constitution include federalism, parliamentary democracy, fundamental rights, directive principles of state policy, and the separation of powers among the executive, legislative, and judicial branches.

Q4. Who are the legal personalities recognized by the Indian Constitution?

Answer: The Indian Constitution recognizes three legal personalities: individuals, the State, and the Union of India. These entities have specific rights and responsibilities under the Constitution.

Q5. Who chaired the drafting committee of the Indian Constitution, and when was it formed?

Answer: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar chaired the drafting committee of the Indian Constitution. The committee was formed on August 29, 1947, and its members worked on the Constitution until November 26, 1949.

Q6. How many years did it take to draft the Indian Constitution, and what was the duration of discussions and deliberations?

Answer: The Indian Constitution took nearly three years to draft. The discussions and deliberations in the Constituent Assembly spanned over 2 years, 11 months, and 18 days.

Q7. What are some main issues addressed by the Indian Constitution regarding social justice?

Answer: The Indian Constitution addresses social justice by providing for reservations for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in education, employment, and political representation through affirmative action.

Q8. What is the significance of fundamental rights in the Indian Constitution?

Answer: Fundamental rights are essential rights granted to Indian citizens, protecting their individual liberties and freedoms. They are enforceable in courts and safeguard against arbitrary state action.

Q9. How does the Indian Constitution ensure a balance between the center and states in terms of power?

Answer: The Indian Constitution establishes a federal system with a strong center. It includes a distribution of powers between the central government and the states in the form of three lists: Union List, State List, and Concurrent List.

Q10.How has the Indian Constitution contributed to the growth and development of India as a democratic and diverse nation?

Answer: The Indian Constitution has played a pivotal role in shaping India's democratic institutions, protecting individual rights, and accommodating its diverse population, contributing to its growth and development as a democratic and multicultural nation.

• Q11 Who chaired the drafting committee of the Indian Constitution, and what was its primary responsibility?
  Answer: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar chaired the drafting committee of the Indian Constitution. Its primary responsibility was to prepare a draft Constitution for India.

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• Q12. When was the Constituent Assembly of India formed, and who was its first president?
  Answer: The Constituent Assembly of India was formed on December 9, 1946. Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was its first president.

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• Q13.What is the significance of the "Objective Resolution" introduced by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru during the Constituent Assembly's deliberations?
  Answer: The "Objective Resolution" was a significant document that outlined the ideals and goals of the Indian Constitution. It served as the basis for discussions and laid down the principles of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity.

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• Q14. How many members were there in the Constituent Assembly that framed the Indian Constitution, and how were they chosen?
  Answer: There were 389 members in the Constituent Assembly. They were chosen by indirect election by the members of the Provincial Legislative Assemblies and nominated by the princely states' rulers.