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When did the first session of the Indian Constituent Assembly take place?
When did the first session of the Indian Constituent Assembly take place?
Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution?
Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution?
When was the Constitution of India adopted and signed?
When was the Constitution of India adopted and signed?
What is the main feature that ensures governance by the elected representatives in India?
What is the main feature that ensures governance by the elected representatives in India?
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When did the Indian Constitution come into effect?
When did the Indian Constitution come into effect?
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How long did it take to form the Indian Constitution?
How long did it take to form the Indian Constitution?
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Who was the Chairperson of the Advisory Committee on Fundamental Rights?
Who was the Chairperson of the Advisory Committee on Fundamental Rights?
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Through which constitutional amendment was education recognized as a fundamental right?
Through which constitutional amendment was education recognized as a fundamental right?
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What is the duration of the formation of the Indian Constitution?
What is the duration of the formation of the Indian Constitution?
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Which article prohibits child labor for children below 14 years old?
Which article prohibits child labor for children below 14 years old?
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When did the National Food Security Act come into effect?
When did the National Food Security Act come into effect?
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In which year was the Right to Education Act passed by the Indian Parliament?
In which year was the Right to Education Act passed by the Indian Parliament?
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Which amendment made education a fundamental right in India?
Which amendment made education a fundamental right in India?
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When is Anti-Child Labour Day observed?
When is Anti-Child Labour Day observed?
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What fundamental right do children aged 6 to 14 years have?
What fundamental right do children aged 6 to 14 years have?
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In which year did India formulate the National Policy for Children?
In which year did India formulate the National Policy for Children?
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Which feature is NOT part of the Indian Constitution?
Which feature is NOT part of the Indian Constitution?
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Study Notes
Indian Constitution Formation and Key Aspects
- First session of the Indian Constituent Assembly: December 9, 1946
- Drafting Committee Chairman: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
- Constituent Assembly President: Dr. Rajendra Prasad
- Constitution adopted and signed: November 26, 1949
- National Law Day/Constitution Day: November 26
- Indian Constitution effective date: January 26, 1950
- Constitution formation duration: 2 years, 11 months, 17 days
- Advisory Committee on Fundamental Rights Chairperson: Sardar Patel
- Union Powers Committee/Union Constitution Committee Chairperson: Nehru
Key Features of the Indian Constitution
- Parliamentary democracy
- Sovereignty of the people
- Fundamental rights
- Fundamental duties
- Directive principles of state policy
- Rule of law
- Universal adult suffrage
- Federalism
- Single citizenship
- Independent and impartial judiciary
Child Labour and Education (Amendments & Acts)
- National Food Security Act effective date: July 5, 2013
- Child Labour Prohibition Act (1986) age limit: Below 14 years
- Anti-Child Labour Day: June 12
- Education as a Fundamental Right Amendment: 86th Amendment (2002), Article 21A
- Right to Education Act passed: 2009 (effective 2010)
- Compulsory education age: 6 to 14 years
- National Policy for Children year: 1974
- Article prohibiting child labour (below 14): Article 24
- Article for free education (6-14): Article 45
- Child Labour Prohibition Act year: 1986
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Explore the formation of the Indian Constitution, including crucial dates and significant figures like Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and Dr. Rajendra Prasad. This quiz covers key aspects such as parliamentary democracy, fundamental rights, and child labour amendments. Test your knowledge of India's constitutional framework and its core principles!
