Questions and Answers
What is a referendum?
A referendum is a method of referring a question or set of questions to the electorate directly rather than allowing them to be settled by the people’s representatives in the legislature.
Why is a referendum used?
A referendum is often used to determine issues of morality which divide a coalition government of many parties and to settle local matters which it is thought are best left to individual to decide.
What is the purpose of a referendum?
The purpose of a referendum is seen as conferring legitimacy and popular approval on an individual and sanctions absolute authority.
Has the Constitution of India been subjected to a referendum?
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What is the significance of the Indian Constitution being drafted by a constituent assembly?
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Study Notes
Constitution of India
- The Indian Constitution has legitimacy because it was drafted by a constituent assembly consisting of people's representatives.
- The Constitution reflects the consensus of most sections of Indian people during Independence.
Referendum
- A referendum is a method of referring a question or set of questions directly to the electorate, rather than allowing them to be settled by people's representatives in the legislature.
- Referendums are often used to:
- Determine issues of morality that divide a coalition government of many parties.
- Settle local matters that are best left to individual decision.
Comparison with India
- Neither the Indian Constitution nor its later amendments were subjected to a referendum.
- This lack of referendum could be seen as a setback in Indian democratic history.
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