Framing The Constitution
How were the discussions within the Constituent Assembly influenced by the opinions expressed by the people? Explain.
The discussions within the Constituent Assembly were also influenced by the public opinions. The arguments of different sections were published in newspapers and there was a public debate on all the proposals. In this way criticism and counter criticisms in the process had a great impact on the consensus that was ultimately reached on specific issues. Public was also asked for submissions to create a sense of collective participations. Hundreds of responses came. Religious minorities asked for special safeguards as well.
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What connection did some of the members of the Constituent Assembly make between the political situation of the time and the need for a strong Centre?
How did the Constituent Assembly seek to resolve the language controversy?
When was the Indian Constitution framed? When was it enforced?
Discuss the significance of the Indian Constitution. Give any two points.
What were the demands of low caste people and linguistic minorities at the time of making the Indian Constitution?
Name any six leaders who played a very important role in the Constituent Assembly.
What was the fear or concern of many leaders regarding the grant of community rights?
What did the Constituent Assembly recommend to resolve the problems of the untouchables?
What provisions were made in the Constitution to make the Centre more strong? Give any three arguments.
Give any two arguments which underlined the need for a strong centre and less powers to provinces.
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