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THE INDIAN CONSTITUTION - Coggle Diagram
THE INDIAN CONSTITUTION
Key Features
Federalism
Refers to the existence of more than one level of government in the country.
Parliamentary form of government
The Indian constitution guarantees Universal Adult Suffrage for all.
Separation of Power
The Executive
Refers to small group of people responsible for implementing law and running the government.
The Judiciary
Refers to the system of courts.
The Legislature
Refers to the elected representative.
Secularism
A State that does not promote any one religion as the state religion.
Fundamental right
right to freedom
right against exploitation
right to equality
right to freedom of religion
cultural and educational rights
right to constitutional remedies
Why does a country need a constitution
Lays out ideals for the country
Tells about fundamental nature of the society
Helps to protect against certain wrong decisions
Includes the type of government
Plays an important function in democracy
Prevents tyranny or domination by the majority of minority
Tells about the basis of the way in which the citizens wants the country to be governed
Serve as the set of rules and principles for the citizens
Directive Principles
Ensure greater social and economic reforms
Serve as a guide to independent India state to institute laws and policies