Question

What is meant by the phrase "Constitution as a living document"?

• A. The document grows in length with time
• B. The document responds to living situations and circumstances and adapts itself
• C. The document is a living person and enjoys all the rights of a citizen
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B The document responds to living situations and circumstances and adapts itself

The constitution of India is a living document meaningly it is amenable to changes and requires amendment as per the time, necessities and social and cultural necessities. The makers of constitution have understood this necessity and provide for amendment in the provisions of constitution itself. The first amendment was made within one year of coming it in force I.e., in 1951 and so far 101 amendments have been made till date. The philosophy of Indian constution is reflected in its preamble which express the hopes and aspirations of people.