The column on the left lists some of the key features of the Indian Constitution. In the other column write two sentences, in your own words, on why you think this feature is important:
Key Feature
Significance
Federalism
Separation of Powers
Fundamental Rights
Parliamentary Form of Government
The column on the left lists some of the key features of the Indian Constitution. In the other column write two sentences, in your own words, on why you think this feature is important:
Key Feature | Significance |
Federalism Separation of Powers Fundamental Rights Parliamentary Form of Government |
Key features
Federalism:
a) It ensures national unity and at the same time allows symbiotic progress of both the Union and states.
b) A federal government allows for better representation of regional voices and dissent.
Separation of Powers:
a) Firstly, tyrannical use of power is avoided since it does not vest power in any single authority.
b) Secondly, the 3 organs of government also work as a check on each other, thereby maintaining a good balance in civil system.
Fundamental Rights:
a)These are important because they conform to a humane society.
b) They also protect citizens against arbitrary and absolute use of power by the State.
Parliamentary Form of Government:
a) It upholds universal adult franchise.
b) This ensures that one person is not having the sole responsibility of executive.
Key features
Federalism:
a) It ensures national unity and at the same time allows symbiotic progress of both the Union and states.
b) A federal government allows for better representation of regional voices and dissent.
Separation of Powers:
a) Firstly, tyrannical use of power is avoided since it does not vest power in any single authority.
b) Secondly, the 3 organs of government also work as a check on each other, thereby maintaining a good balance in civil system.
Fundamental Rights:
a)These are important because they conform to a humane society.
b) They also protect citizens against arbitrary and absolute use of power by the State.
Parliamentary Form of Government:
a) It upholds universal adult franchise.
b) This ensures that one person is not having the sole responsibility of executive.
