Explain the ideals introduced by Jawahar Lal Nehru in the ‘Objectives Resolution’ that were to be kept in mind while framing the Constitution of India.
(a) The Objectives Resolution proclaimed India to be an independent sovereign Republic. Ultimate power was to be vested in Indian people.
(b) Republic : The head of state or President was to be elected through an electoral college and his post was not hereditary.
(c) Citizens were to be guaranteed justice, equality and liberty.
(d) Justice : Citizens would not be discriminated against on grounds of religion, caste or sex.
Equality : All were equal before the law and have equal opportunities to progress.
Liberty : Citizens have freedom of speech, expression and action. No unreasonable restrictions were to be placed on them in this respect.
(e) Adequate provision was to be provided for the welfare of the minorities, depressed classes and the tribals.
