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Constitution — Revision Notes
ICSE · Class 12 · Political Science
Constitution revision notes for ICSE Class 12 Political Science: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the ICSE Class 12 Political Science syllabus.
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Key Topics to Revise
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Meaning of Constitution
- A constitution is a body of rules and regulations, written as well as unwritten, by which the government is organised and functions.
- There can be no state without a constitution of its own.
- Every state has its own constitution, but every state cannot be called a constitutional state in the democratic sense.
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Contents of a Constitution
- A constitution is the organic or fundamental law of the land.
- It must provide for the composition and functions of the executive, legislature, and judiciary.
- The jurisdiction of these organs should be clearly defined to reduce confusion and conflict.
3
Written and Unwritten Constitutions
- A written constitution has its provisions written in detail and usually in one formal document or a set of documents.
- An unwritten constitution has very brief written provisions and most rules exist in usages, customs, conventions, and precedents.
- The British Constitution is the best example of an unwritten constitution.
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Federal Distribution of Powers
- A federal constitution must specify the division of powers between national and regional governments.
- There are three ways to divide powers in a federal system.
- In the USA, the powers of the Centre are specified and residuary powers go to the units.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important topics in Constitution for ICSE Class 12 Political Science?
Key topics in Constitution include Meaning of Constitution, Contents of a Constitution, Written and Unwritten Constitutions, Federal Distribution of Powers. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the ICSE Class 12 board exam.
How should I revise Constitution for the ICSE Class 12 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 43 practice questions on Constitution. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.
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