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1. Constitution: Why and How?

The chapter delves into the significance and functions of the Indian Constitution, illustrating how it provides essential guidelines for governance and justice within society. It discusses the making of the Constitution, highlighting its foundational role in establishing authority, limiting government powers, and enabling social aspirations. The text emphasizes the importance of a constitution in coordinating diverse groups, ensuring rights, and fostering a collective national identity.

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  • 1

    Constitution: Why And How?

    This section explains the significance and functioning of the Indian Constitution, including its roles in governing society, allocating power, and safeguarding fundamental rights.

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  • 1.1

    Introduction

    This section explores the foundational role of the Indian Constitution in establishing the governance framework and relation between various institutions.

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  • 1.2

    Why Do We Need A Constitution?

    A constitution is a fundamental legal document that lays down the framework of governance and the basic principles governing a society.

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  • 1.2.1

    Constitution Allows Coordination And Assurance

    This section discusses how the Constitution facilitates coordination among diverse societal groups and provides assurance through enforceable rules.

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  • 1.2.2

    Specification Of Decision Making Powers

    This section explains the critical role of a constitution in determining who has the authority to make decisions within a society and the importance of establishing laws that govern civic relationships.

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  • 1.2.3

    Limitations On The Powers Of Government

    This section discusses the foundational role of constitutions in limiting government powers to protect citizens' rights and ensure fairness.

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  • 1.2.4

    Aspirations And Goals Of A Society

    This section explores the role of the constitution in articulating a society's aspirations, goals, and the limits it places on government power.

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  • 1.2.5

    Enabling Provisions Of The Constitution

    The section discusses the enabling provisions of the Constitution, focusing on how they empower the government to realize the aspirations of society and maintain a just framework.

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  • 1.2.6

    Fundamental Identity Of A People

    This section discusses the role of a constitution in defining the collective identity of a people and the essential norms for governance.

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  • 1.3

    The Authority Of A Constitution

    This section discusses the significance and functions of a constitution within a society, emphasizing its role in governance, social coordination, and limiting government powers.

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  • 1.3.1

    Mode Of Promulgation

    This section explains how constitutions are created, focusing on the authority behind their formulation, which influences their effectiveness.

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  • 1.3.2

    The Substantive Provisions Of A Constitution

    This section discusses the essential functions of a constitution, including the allocation of powers, limitations on government authority, and the aspirations it embodies.

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  • 1.3.3

    Balanced Institutional Design

    A well-designed constitution fragments power among various institutions to ensure that no single group can dominate.

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  • 1.3.4

    How Was The Indian Constitution Made?

    The section outlines the process of crafting the Indian Constitution, focusing on the role of the Constituent Assembly, its members, and the values that guided the constitution-making process.

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  • 1.3.5

    Composition Of The Constituent Assembly

    The section outlines the composition and significance of the Constituent Assembly that drafted the Indian Constitution, highlighting its representative nature and key deliberative processes.

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  • 1.3.6

    The Principle Of Deliberation

    This section highlights the importance of deliberation in the formation of the Indian Constitution, emphasizing the values of public reasoning among diverse representatives.

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  • 1.3.7

    Procedures

    This section discusses the importance of procedures in constitutional making and the role they play in ensuring the effective functioning of a constitution.

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  • 1.3.8

    Inheritance Of The Nationalist Movement

    This section discusses the deep-rooted influence of the nationalist movement on the formation and principles of the Indian Constitution.

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  • 1.3.9

    Institutional Arrangements

    This section discusses the essential functions of a constitution and the importance of institutional arrangements within a government.

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  • 1.4

    Conclusion

    The conclusion emphasizes the effectiveness and enduring nature of the Indian Constitution.

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What we have learnt

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