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What is a Constitution?
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A Constitution is a comprehensive document that sets out the rules for a country. It describes the rights and duties of citizens, regulates how government works, and explains the relationship among th…
Why is a Constitution important in a democratic country?
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It gives the system of government a clear structure and keeps power limited by law. It protects citizens, defines the powers of the three organs of government, and helps maintain smooth governance. It…
What does the Constitution regulate in government?
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The Constitution regulates the position and powers of the three organs of government: the legislature, the executive, and the judiciary. It also explains how these organs are related to one another.
Who proposed the setting up of the Constituent Assembly?
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The Cabinet Mission arrived in India in 1946 and proposed setting up a Constituent Assembly. This Assembly was meant to frame the Constitution of India.
How were the members of the Constituent Assembly chosen?
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The members were indirectly elected by the Provincial Legislative Assemblies. The Princely States were represented by nominated members chosen by the rulers of those states.
How many members did the Constituent Assembly of undivided India have?
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The Constituent Assembly of undivided India consisted of 389 members. These included 292 elected members, 93 nominated by the Princely States, three from Chief Commissioner Provinces, and one from the…
What happened to the membership of the Constituent Assembly after Partition?
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After Partition, the membership stood at 299 instead of 389. The Muslim League boycotted the Assembly to demand a separate State called Pakistan, and members from the territories that went to Pakistan…
When was the first sitting of the Constituent Assembly held, and who presided over it?
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The first sitting was held on December 9, 1946, at the Central Hall of the old Parliament. It was presided over by Dr. Sachidananda Sinha, the oldest sitting member of the Central Assembly.
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