Directive Principles of State Policy

Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) Part IV (Articles 36-51)Inspired by: Irish Constitution (Gandhian, Socialist, Liberal-Intellectual principles) Key Features: Non-Justiciable: Not enforceable by courts (Article 37), but fundamental in governance....

Fundamental Rights

Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution 1. Right to Equality (Articles 14–18) Article 14: Equality before law and equal protection of laws. Article 15: Prohibition of discrimination based on religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. Article 16: Equality of...

Features of the Indian Constitution

Features of the Indian Constitution Lengthiest Written Constitution It is the longest written constitution in the world, originally with 395 Articles and 8 Schedules (now over 470 Articles and 12 Schedules). Blend of Rigidity and Flexibility Some provisions can be...

Background of Indian Constitution

Historical Foundations of the Indian Constitution British Colonial Legacy: Borrowed features from Government of India Acts (1919 & 1935) like federal structure, provincial autonomy, and parliamentary system. Regulating Act of 1773: First step toward central...