Question

With reference to the Constituent Assembly and the making of the Constitution, which of the following statements are accurate?

• A. The Constitution expresses a broad consensus of its time.
• B. The Constituent Assembly did not represent the people of India.
• C. The Constituent Assembly was dominated by the British.
• D. The Constituent Assembly worked in a systematic and open manner.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (D)

The Constituent Assembly worked in a systematic and open manner.

The Constitution expresses a broad consensus of its time. The Constituent Assembly represented the people of India. Since there was no universal adult franchise at that time, the members were elected by the members of the existing Provincial Legislatures. The Assembly was dominated by the Indian National Congress, which was home to different opinions and groups. The Constituent Assembly worked in a systematic and consensual manner, and this gave sanctity to the Constitution.