Question

Describe the Indian Constitution as a living document.

Answer 1

Instructions: Explain the reasons behind the Indian Constitution being called a living document.

Solution:

The Indian Constitution is considered as a living document because:

• From time to time, the Indian Constitution must be amended to accommodate necessary changes.
  
• A living document is one that is updated and modified on a regular basis.
  
• Just like a living human being, the Indian constitution grows and changes over time. The Constitution is therefore seen as a living document.
  
• At various times in our country, those who have been denied their rights or denied equality have pointed to the constitution to seek their rights as evident from the struggle of the Tawa Matsya Sangh.
  
• The Indian Constitution recognises everyone as equal and gives citizens the right to protest peacefully for their rights.