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What is a Constitution?
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A Constitution is a set of rules that tells how a country should be run. It explains the powers of the government and the rights and duties of citizens. Just like school has rules, a country needs rul…
Why do we need a Constitution?
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We need a Constitution to ensure that everyone is treated fairly and that the country runs smoothly. After independence, India needed a common set of rules so that all citizens, no matter their religi…
When was the Indian Constitution adopted and when did it come into effect?
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The Indian Constitution was adopted on 26 November 1949 and came into effect on 26 January 1950. This day is celebrated every year as Republic Day in India.
Who was Dr B. R. Ambedkar and why is he important?
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Dr B. R. Ambedkar was the chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution. He played a major role in writing the Constitution and is known as the 'Father of the Indian Constitution'. He …
What was the Constituent Assembly?
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The Constituent Assembly was a group of 299 leaders and thinkers who came together to write the Indian Constitution. They met for the first time on 9 December 1946 and worked for nearly three years to…
What is the Preamble of the Constitution?
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The Preamble is the introduction to the Indian Constitution. It tells us about the values and goals of the Constitution, such as justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity. It begins with 'We, the peo…
What does 'Sovereign' mean in the Preamble?
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'Sovereign' means that India is an independent country. No other country can control or rule India. The Indian people have the right to make their own decisions about the government and the country.
What does 'Socialist' mean in the Preamble?
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'Socialist' means that the government will work to reduce the gap between rich and poor. It tries to ensure that all people can share the country's wealth and have a decent standard of living, no matt…
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