3 Questions
What was the proposal made by MN Roy in 1934?
To draft the Constitution of India
What event took place on 26th January, 1950?
India became a sovereign, democratic republic
What is the significance of 26th November, 1949?
The Constitution of India was passed
Study Notes
- The Constitution of India was drafted by the Constituent Assembly and passed on 26th November, 1949.
- It was enacted on 26th January, 1950 and established the democratic republic of India.
- British came to India in 1600 as traders and assumed direct responsibility for governance in India in 1858.
- MN Roy proposed the idea for the Constitution of a Constituent Assembly in 1934.
- The Indian Independence Act, 1947 divided British Indian Territory into India and Pakistan.
- The Constituent Assembly was divided into two for the separate states.
- The Act granted sovereignty over the lands to respective Constituent Assemblies.
- The Constitution of India repealed the Indian Independence Act on 26th January, 1950.
- India became a sovereign, democratic republic.
- 26th November, 1949 is known as 'National Law Day'.
Test your knowledge on the making of India's Constitution - the cornerstone of India's democracy. From the drafting by the Constituent Assembly to India becoming a sovereign, democratic republic, this quiz covers key events and facts surrounding the Constitution of India. Brush up on your history and political knowledge and ace this quiz!
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