Question Q.1GS2GS2

To what extent, in your opinion, have the ideas of the Preamble been realised in the country's 75-year constitutional journey?

Introduction

Preamble of Indian Constitution was added by 44th November 1949 after the completion of constitution formation to bring objectivity and reflective of values in it. Property rights in India have seen evolution from being a fundamental right under article 19(1)(f) to constitutional right under article 300A after 44th constitutional amendment(1978) National emergency is proclaimed by president under article 352 on written recommendation of cabinet under auditing of it external aggression, it threat security of India, iii) armed rebellion In winter sitting of 2021-22, the parliament passed 175 of 17 bills with discussions time in hours 5 minutes and without any public consultation on them.

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Preamble of Indian Constitution was added by 44th November 1949 after the completion of constitution formation to bring objectivity and reflective of values in it.

Ideas of preamble achieved:

1Sovereignty of India - foreign policy title DPM multilateralism show are Indian sovereignty

2Socialist ideals in constitution of other welfare as well allowing private economy

3Democratic institutions like free and fair election conducted successfully in times

4Dynamic and change with time (eg) lobby amend next big

gender equality.

5Political justice - with everyone access to political institutions especially by institution like Gram Sathi

Challenges in realisation of preamble:

1Secularism principle threatened due to communal looting still continuing (eg) 2020 Delhi riots

2Lack of socio-economic justice - World Bank finds S-23J. Indian still under extreme poverty (2022-23)

3Social inequality (eg) 27J. Indian still practicing untouchability (NACER)

4Challenge to Indian sovereignty (EG) LPCI reform and IMF condition to opening of economy

India's 75 years has found difficulties in complete realisation of ideas of preamble, the path to achieve is slowly India's yet to achieve them

Property rights in India have seen evolution from being a fundamental right under article 19(1)(f) to constitutional right under article 300A after 44th constitutional amendment(1978)

Evolution of property rights in relation to individual rights and public welfare

1Original constitution provided individual rights under article 19(1)(f) and (3) but also recognised public welfare under article 29(b), 29(c)

21st constitutional amendment added article 31(A) which allowed exception to article 21 Govt. for acquisition of property for beneficial purposes.

3A landmark case - called fundamental rights above DPSF and prevailed right to property.

4In Golakanda case (1971) stated fundamental rights as sacsanct and immutable - emphasizing political rights

544th Constitutional Amendment (1979) added 31 (C) which allowed 29(b)(c) to prevail over 14 and 19

6Keshwananda Bharti case (1973) upheld constitutionality of 24(1)

land reform.

7Mahanangta Property carculation case (2024) said 21(c) does not automatically lead to state takee over of private property

The recent development highlights that any to be of public welfare must come under doctrine of justly right.

Conclusion highlighted that any to be of public welfare must come under doctrine of justly right.

National emergency is proclaimed by president under article 352 on written recommendation of cabinet under auditing of it external aggression, it threat security of India, iii) armed rebellion

Consequences of National emergency:

1change in government structure from federal to unitary

2state government though continue, are under central government directs

3Article 259 allow change in financial distribution

4Uproar fighting under article

19 go away under article 359.

4of President may limit exprest of other fundamental rights except 20 and 21 under provision of article 359.

5exaction of state and central government term each year at a time

6Parliament is empowered to make legislation on any matting schedule 7.

Last emergency was imposed on 25th may 1975 on ground of internal security which ceased on 21 may 1977.

With constitutional amendment brought much needed change to prevent any misuse of his provision, upholding constitutional morality.

In winter sitting of 2021-22, the parliament passed 175 of 17 bills with discussions time in hours 5 minutes and without any public consultation on them.

Lack of /r to imit any feedback binding / - no documenting and publicity of action taken on suggestion Ignores of feedback altogether.

Measures to strengthen role of public consultation

1Mandatory public consultation time on draft bill before presentation in house

2Compulsory reference to parliamentary committee also said by NCRWC

3Open house discussing with public on bill for particular time.

4Parliamentary committee to accept public opinion and scrutinize them merit.

5engage with CSO and NGO in enlisting nearby last passing effect and get their opinion

6bill should be returned with separate public recommendation chapter.

7Government must publish the action taken in charge along with reason of relation gain

8Open house discussing with public on bill for particular time.

9Parliamentary committee to accept public opinion and scrutinize them merit.

10engage with CSO and NLO in enlisting nearly last passing effect and get their opinion

11bill should be returned with separate public recommendation chapter.

12Government must publish the action taken in charge along with reason of relation gain

Empowering citizen by law making is critical too to participate demo any and India being democratic nation should uphold it its letter and spirit.

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Conclusion

India's 75 years has found difficulties in complete realisation of ideas of preamble, the path to achieve is slowly India's yet to achieve them The recent development highlights that any to be of public welfare must come under doctrine of justly right. With constitutional amendment brought much needed change to prevent any misuse of his provision, upholding constitutional morality. Empowering citizen by law making is critical too to participate demo any and India being democratic nation should uphold it its letter and spirit.

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Structured answer with clear categorization of ideas
Mentioned specific constitutional amendments
Discussed sovereignty in context of foreign policy
Comprehensive discussion of challenges
Included current data (2022-23)
Referenced specific case studies
Balanced approach showing both achievements and failures
Clear chronological progression of amendments
Cited multiple landmark judgments
Discussed constitutional provisions systematically
Explained evolution from fundamental to constitutional right
Referenced recent 2024 case
Discussed the balance between individual rights and public welfare
Mentioned land reform as practical application
Clearly outlined conditions for National Emergency
Listed consequences of proclamation
Referenced correct articles
Provided correct date of last emergency (1975-1977)
Discussed suspension of fundamental rights
Mentioned constitutional amendments to prevent misuse
Clear historical reference
Provided specific current data (2021-22 winter session)
Listed comprehensive measures to strengthen consultation
Mentioned NCRWC reference
Practical suggestions for implementation
Comprehensive list of measures
Emphasis on democratic principles
Inclusive approach involving CSOs and NGOs
Focus on transparency in government action

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ANKIT JARWAL

AIR 2052025

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure

Preamble

Realisation of Preamble ideals in 75 years

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