'The Indian Constitution is structurally rooted in colonial legacy while philosophically resonates with modernity.' Comment. (15 marks, 250 words)
Introduction
Indian Constitution is often described as cosmopolitan constitution by Pandit Pandit Nehru due to its unique features.
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Indian Constitution is often described as cosmopolitan constitution by Pandit Pandit Nehru due to its unique features. Rooted in colonial legacy: (1) Impact of Government of India act 1985 on constitution's structural part (e.g) Federation, administration etc. (2) Colonial legacy of laws like Charter Acts, Government of India Acts, 1919, 1909 etc had a great impact on constitution (3) Indigenous institutions like Nehru sepat, 1928, Home Rule Bill, 1895, Commonwealth of India Bill, National Demand 1928
Resolution on fundamental sights and Economic programme 1921 etc had a great impact on the Indian Constitution. Order of Modernity: (a) Transformative vision of the constitution to establish India as a modern developed state in Preamble, Fundamental sights (e.g) in Preamble, Fundamental sights (B) Modern values like equality, liberty etc. Aim to establish a civil society in India to make India modern. (c) Reformative vision of the Constitution. (e.g) Article 27-28 seeking scope
Resolution on Fundamental Rights and Economic Programme [1931] etc. had a great impact on the Indian Constitution.
Orders of Modernity:
(A) Transformative vision of the Constitution to establish India as a modern developed state through fundamental rights.
(B) In Preamble, Modern Values like 'equality', 'liberty' etc. aim to establish a civil society in India to make India modern.
(C) Reformative vision of the Constitution.
(C8) Article 27-82 seeking scope for religious reforms.
- Clearly identifies colonial influences with specific acts
- Mentions indigenous institutions
- Uses credible authority (Nehru)
- Identifies key aspects of modernity
- References Preamble and fundamental rights
- Discusses transformative vs reformative vision
- Clear connection between freedom fighters' vision and constitutional provisions
VIKAS
Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure
Historical Underpinnings
Colonial Legacy and Modernity
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