It is often called the supreme law of the land; no law may be passed that contradicts its principles. At the same time, it is flexible and allows for changes in the Government. The Constitution is known as a “living” document because it can be amended, although in over 200 years there have only been 27 amendments.
Q. What are the two types of constitution?
Classification
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| Type | Form | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Codified | In single act (document) | Most of the world (first: United States) |
| Uncodified | Fully written (in few documents) | San Marino, Israel, Saudi Arabia |
| Partially unwritten (see constitutional convention) | Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom |
Q. What are the features of constitution?
Features of the Indian Constitution
- The bulkiest constitution of the world.
- Rigidity and flexibility.
- Parliamentary system of government.
- Federal system with a unitary bias.
- Fundamental rights and fundamental duties.
- Directive principles of state policy.
- Secularism.
- Independent judiciary.
Q. What are the main principles of Indian Constitution?
The basic principles of Indian constitution
- Fundamental Rights.
- Secularism.
- Popular Sovereignty.
- Federalism.
- Socialism.
- Judicial Independence.
- Cabinet Government and.
- Directive Principles of State Policy.
Q. What are fundamental rights?
Fundamental rights are a group of rights that have been recognized by the Supreme Court as requiring a high degree of protection from government encroachment. These rights are specifically identified in the Constitution (especially in the Bill of Rights), or have been found under Due Process.
Q. How many rights are in the Constitution?
33 amendments
Q. What are the importance of fundamental rights?
Fundamental Rights protect the liberties and freedom of the citizens against any invasion by the state, prevent the establishment of the authoritarian and dictatorial rule in the country. They are very essential for the all-round development of the individuals and the country.
