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Salient Features of the Constitution

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Covers the Constitution’s unique blend of rigidity and flexibility—certain parts can be amended by a simple majority, while others require special majorities or state ratifications. Emphasizes the federal structure with a unitary bias, a parliamentary form of government, and the presence of an independent judiciary. It is known as the lengthiest written constitution globally, containing provisions for fundamental rights, directive principles, and special laws for diverse communities. The framers borrowed concepts from various world constitutions (e.g., Britain’s parliamentary system, the U.S. Bill of Rights, and Ireland’s Directive Principles). This comprehensive nature ensures both the protection of individual liberties and the promotion of socio-economic welfare.

Practice Questions

भारत का संविधान किस वर्ष अपनाया गया था?

लोकसभा का कार्यकाल कितने वर्षों का होता है?

संसद की कार्यप्रणाली का प्रावधान किस अनुच्छेद में मिलता है?

भारत में निर्वाचन आयोग का गठन किस आधार पर होता है?

Who among the following was the first woman Speaker of the Lok Sabha?

प्रधानमंत्री का कार्यकाल कितने वर्षों का होता है?

Who is the ex-officio Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission of India?

विधान सभा के चुनाव में किस निर्वाचन प्रणाली का उपयोग होता है?

The Parliament of India consists of which of the following?

Who among the following can recommend the dissolution of the Lok Sabha?