Indian Constitution Preamble and Fundamental Rights
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What is the date when the Constitution of India was introduced?

  • November 26, 1949 (correct)
  • January 26, 1949
  • August 15, 1947
  • December 31, 1948
  • What is the primary objective of the Directive Principles of State Policy?

  • To respect the Constitution
  • To enshrine the national anthem
  • To promote the welfare of the people (correct)
  • To defend the country
  • What is the highest court in the country?

  • District Court
  • Supreme Court (correct)
  • High Court
  • Family Court
  • What is the type of system of government in India?

    <p>Parliamentary System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Fundamental Rights?

    <p>To guarantee certain freedoms to all citizens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When were the Fundamental Duties introduced?

    <p>1976</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many tiers are there in the Government of India?

    <p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required to make amendments to the Constitution?

    <p>A special majority in both Houses of Parliament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the square root of 121/289?

    <p>11/17</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the square root of 625/64?

    <p>25/8</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the value of √1/8 up to three places of decimal?

    <p>0.353</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate value of √16/15 up to three decimal places?

    <p>1.031</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the square root of 50625?

    <p>225</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Preamble

    • Introduced on November 26, 1949
    • Adopted on January 26, 1950
    • Enshrines the objectives of the Indian state:
      • Justice, social, economic, and political
      • Liberty of thought, expression, belief, faith, and worship
      • Equality of status and opportunity
      • Fraternity, dignity of the individual, and unity and integrity of the nation

    Fundamental Rights (Articles 12-35)

    • Guaranteed to all citizens of India
    • Can be enforced by the Supreme Court
    • Include:
      1. Right to Equality (Articles 14-18)
      2. Right to Freedom (Articles 19-22)
      3. Right against Exploitation (Articles 23-24)
      4. Right to Freedom of Religion (Articles 25-28)
      5. Cultural and Educational Rights (Articles 29-30)
      6. Right to Constitutional Remedies (Article 32)

    Directive Principles of State Policy (Articles 36-51)

    • Non-justiciable, but fundamental in the governance of the country
    • Aim to promote the welfare of the people
    • Include:
      1. Social Welfare and Justice
      2. Economic Welfare and Justice
      3. International Peace and Security

    Fundamental Duties (Article 51A)

    • Introduced in 1976 through the 42nd Amendment
    • Emphasize the role of citizens in the development of the nation
    • Include:
      1. Respect for the Constitution, National Flag, and National Anthem
      2. Defending the country and rendering national service
      3. Promoting harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood
      4. Preserving the rich heritage of the country's composite culture

    Government of India

    • Parliamentary System
    • Three Tiers:
      1. Union Government (Central Government)
      2. State Governments
      3. Local Self-Government (Panchayats and Municipalities)

    Supreme Court

    • Highest Court in the country
    • Interpreter of the Constitution
    • Original Jurisdiction in matters related to the Constitution
    • Appellate Jurisdiction in civil and criminal cases

    Amendments

    • Can be made through a special majority in both Houses of Parliament
    • Over 100 amendments have been made to the Constitution since its adoption

    Indian Constitution

    Introduction

    • Introduced on November 26, 1949
    • Adopted on January 26, 1950
    • Enshrines four key objectives of the Indian state:
      • Justice (social, economic, and political)
      • Liberty (thought, expression, belief, faith, and worship)
      • Equality (status and opportunity)
      • Fraternity (dignity of the individual and unity and integrity of the nation)

    Fundamental Rights

    Overview

    • Guaranteed to all citizens of India
    • Can be enforced by the Supreme Court
    • Include six categories:

    Categories

    • Right to Equality (Articles 14-18)
    • Right to Freedom (Articles 19-22)
    • Right against Exploitation (Articles 23-24)
    • Right to Freedom of Religion (Articles 25-28)
    • Cultural and Educational Rights (Articles 29-30)
    • Right to Constitutional Remedies (Article 32)

    Directive Principles of State Policy

    Overview

    • Non-justiciable, but fundamental in the governance of the country
    • Aim to promote the welfare of the people
    • Include three categories:

    Categories

    • Social Welfare and Justice
    • Economic Welfare and Justice
    • International Peace and Security

    Fundamental Duties

    Overview

    • Introduced in 1976 through the 42nd Amendment
    • Emphasize the role of citizens in the development of the nation
    • Include four duties:

    Duties

    • Respect for the Constitution, National Flag, and National Anthem
    • Defending the country and rendering national service
    • Promoting harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood
    • Preserving the rich heritage of the country's composite culture

    Government of India

    Overview

    • Parliamentary System
    • Three Tiers:

    Tiers

    • Union Government (Central Government)
    • State Governments
    • Local Self-Government (Panchayats and Municipalities)

    Supreme Court

    Overview

    • Highest Court in the country
    • Interpreter of the Constitution
    • Two types of jurisdiction:

    Jurisdictions

    • Original Jurisdiction in matters related to the Constitution
    • Appellate Jurisdiction in civil and criminal cases

    Amendments

    • Can be made through a special majority in both Houses of Parliament
    • Over 100 amendments have been made to the Constitution since its adoption

    Square Root Exercises

    • Find the square root of various fractions: 121/289, 625/64, 289/441, 49/64, 42583/1369, and 25544/729
    • Evaluate square roots with decimal values up to three places:
      • √1/7
      • √16/15
      • √3/7
      • √5/12
      • √21/12
      • √2875/8
    • Evaluate reciprocals of square roots:
      • 1/√2
      • 1/√3
      • 1/√8
    • Solve complex square root expressions:
      • √50625 and its value
      • √0.0441 and its relation to √441
      • √(9 + 1 / (1 + 1 / (7 + 1/6)))

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    This quiz covers the objectives of the Indian state and the fundamental rights guaranteed to all citizens of India, as enshrined in the Constitution. Test your knowledge of the key principles and rights outlined in the Preamble and Articles 12-35.

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