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Who presided over the inaugural meeting of the Constituent Assembly of India?
Who presided over the inaugural meeting of the Constituent Assembly of India?
- Vallabh Patel
- Jawahar Bhai Patel
- Dr. B.R. Ambedkar (correct)
- Dr. Lal Nehru
Which type of government does Autocracy represent?
Which type of government does Autocracy represent?
- Absolute rule by one (correct)
- Rule by few
- Rule by King
- Rule by the representatives of the People
Who proposed the suggestion for a Constitution first in 1935?
Who proposed the suggestion for a Constitution first in 1935?
- J.P. Narayan
- M. N. Roy (correct)
- Nehru
- Gandhi
Which type of system does the state operate through?
Which type of system does the state operate through?
Which one of the following is not an element of the State?
Which one of the following is not an element of the State?
Which country originated the concept of Autocracy?
Which country originated the concept of Autocracy?
Which country's judicial system originated in India?
Which country's judicial system originated in India?
Which country's provisions were taken for the Indian Constitution during the emergency?
Which country's provisions were taken for the Indian Constitution during the emergency?
In which country did the concept of Public Litigation originate?
In which country did the concept of Public Litigation originate?
From which country was the concept of Ombudsman adopted in India?
From which country was the concept of Ombudsman adopted in India?
Which country's democracy does India follow?
Which country's democracy does India follow?
From which country was the Indian system of petitions and bicameral influenced?
From which country was the Indian system of petitions and bicameral influenced?
Which Act addressed the shortcomings of the Regulating Act of 1773?
Which Act addressed the shortcomings of the Regulating Act of 1773?
Flashcards
Autocracy
Autocracy
A system where a single person holds absolute power, making decisions without consent from others.
Constitution Proposal
Constitution Proposal
The first proposal for an Indian Constitution, made in 1935.
State Operation
State Operation
The state operates through a system of governance, including legislative, executive, and judiciary branches, defining its constitutional and legal framework.
State Elements
State Elements
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Autocracy Origin
Autocracy Origin
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US Judicial Influence
US Judicial Influence
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Emergency Provisions
Emergency Provisions
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Public Litigation Origin
Public Litigation Origin
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Ombudsman Concept
Ombudsman Concept
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Democracy Framework
Democracy Framework
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Petition and Bicameral Influence
Petition and Bicameral Influence
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Government of India Act 1935
Government of India Act 1935
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Study Notes
Constituent Assembly of India
- Dr. Rajendra Prasad presided over the inaugural meeting of the Constituent Assembly of India.
Government Types
- Autocracy represents a form of government where a single person holds absolute power, making decisions without consent from others.
Constitution Proposals
- The proposal for a Constitution was first suggested in 1935 by M. N. Roy.
Operation of State Systems
- The state operates through a system of governance that defines its constitutional and legal framework, involving legislative, executive, and judiciary branches.
Elements of the State
- An element that is not part of a state includes the concept of "government" as it is simply a machinery to carry out state functions.
Origin of Autocracy
- The concept of Autocracy originated in ancient civilizations, particularly noted in regions like Mesopotamia and later formalized in various monarchies throughout history.
Judicial System Influences
- The judicial system of the United States originated in parts of India due to adaptations made during colonial rule.
Provisions During Emergency
- During the emergency period, key provisions were adopted from the constitution of Canada for the Indian Constitution.
Public Litigation Concept
- The concept of Public Litigation originated in the United States, allowing the public to seek judicial remedies for social justice issues.
Ombudsman Concept
- India adopted the concept of Ombudsman from Sweden, focusing on addressing complaints against government authorities.
Democracy Framework
- India follows the democratic principles established in the United Kingdom, emphasizing parliamentary democracy and rule of law.
Influence on Petition Systems
- The Indian system of petitions and bicameral legislature was influenced by practices found in the United States.
Legislative Acts
- The Government of India Act 1935 addressed the shortcomings of the Regulating Act of 1773, marking advancements in self-governance in British India.
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Test your knowledge of political science with this quiz containing multiple choice questions. The questions cover various topics such as constituent assembly, elements of state, and international relations.