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ICSE · Class 5 · Social Studies

What The Indian Constitution covers in ICSE Class 5 Social Studies: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the ICSE Class 5 Social Studies syllabus.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 5 Social Studies · 2026-27

Topics in The Indian Constitution

1

What is a Constitution?

  • A Constitution is a set of rules for running a country.
  • It is the supreme law of the land.
  • It applies to everyone — citizens and the government alike.
2

Need for a Constitution

  • Before 1947, India was ruled by the British and people had no freedom.
  • After independence, India needed a system to govern itself fairly.
  • The Constitution ensures freedom, equality, and justice for all citizens.
3

Formation of the Indian Constitution

  • The Constituent Assembly was formed to write the Constitution.
  • It had 299 members, chaired by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar.
  • The Assembly met for the first time on 9 December 1946.
4

Nature of the Indian Constitution

  • It is the longest written constitution in the world.
  • Originally written in English by Prem Behari Narain Raizada.
  • Has two original copies — one in English and one in Hindi.

Key Concepts

Central concept: The Indian Constitution

What is a Constitution?Need for a ConstitutionFormation of the Indian ConstitutionNature of the Indian ConstitutionGuiding Principles (Preamble)

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Key topics in The Indian Constitution include What is a Constitution?, Need for a Constitution, Formation of the Indian Constitution, Nature of the Indian Constitution. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 5 exams.
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