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Preamble and the Salient features — Revision Notes
Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Political Science
Preamble and the Salient features revision notes for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Political Science: 2 topics in quick points.
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The Preamble
- The Preamble is the introductory statement of the Constitution that reflects its philosophy, aims, and values.
- It is based on the 'Objectives Resolution' moved by Jawaharlal Nehru in 1946 and adopted in 1947.
- The Preamble was amended by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act in 1976, adding the words 'Socialist', 'Secular', and 'Integrity'.
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Salient Features of the Indian Constitution
- The Indian Constitution is the longest written constitution in the world, originally having 395 Articles, 22 Parts, and 8 Schedules. It now has about 470 Articles, 25 Parts, and 12 Schedules.
- It is drawn from various global constitutions – USA (Fundamental Rights, Judicial Review), UK (Parliamentary System, Rule of Law), Ireland (Directive Principles), USSR (Fundamental Duties), and others
- It combines rigidity and flexibility in amendments: some require simple majority, others special majority, and some need ratification by half the states.
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The Preamble is the introductory statementThese are basic rights guaranteedThese are guidelines for the governmentAdded by the 42nd AmendmentIndia has a federal structure
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