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Preamble and the Salient features — Syllabus

Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Political Science

What Preamble and the Salient features covers in Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Political Science: 2 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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2 Topics · Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Political Science · 2026-27

Topics in Preamble and the Salient features

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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.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Indian Constitution

PreambleSalient FeaturesFundamental RightsDirective Principles of State PolicyFundamental DutiesJudicial SystemAmendment Procedure

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