Salient features of the Constitution
PART-A Unit-IV: Indian Polity
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Salient Features & Sources of the Indian Constitution - PYQ Points
1. Secular State
Another bold feature of the Constitution is the establishment of a Secular State. Its key features are:
- Religious Equality: Equal status is given to all religions.
- Protection of Minorities: Their cultural heritage is safeguarded.
- Social Justice: As part of a secular state, untouchability was abolished.
- India serves as a refuge and homeland for many religions.
2. Sources of the Constitution
Fundamental Rights
USA (United States of America)
Parliamentary System
United Kingdom (UK)
Emergency Powers
Germany
Directive Principles of State Policy
Ireland
3. Famous Definitions
"The Indian Constitution is first and foremost a social document." - Granville Austin
"The Directive Principles and Fundamental Rights are the conscience of the Constitution." - Granville Austin
"He described the Indian federal system as 'Cooperative Federalism'." - Granville Austin
"Our Constitution has created India as a nation with a Quasi-Federal system." - K. M. Munshi
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