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Our Constitution

The Constitution of India is the supreme law of India. The constitution establishes the frame work
that defines the power and duties of government institutions along with political code, structure, and
process. It also states the fundamental rights, guiding principles, and citizen responsibilities.

Let’s read some facts about our constitution.

Dr B.R. Ambedkar, Chairman of the Drafting
Committee, was the Chief Architect of the
Indian Constitution.

India celebrates the adoption of the
Constitution on 26 November every year,
as Samvidhan Divas.

The Constituent Assembly passed the
Constitution on 26 November 1949.
However, it came into effect on 26 January
1950.

It is the longest written Constitution of any
sovereign country in the world, containing
448 articles in 24 parts, 12 schedules, and 97
amendments. Besides the English version,
there is also an official Hindi translation.

Six Fundamental Rights in India:

1. Right to Equality: This right states that all citizens are the
same under the law.
2. Right to Freedom: The constitution guarantees citizens the
freedom of speech, expression, practice any profession,
assembly, and residence in any part of the country.
3. Right Against Exploitation: One should always remember
that to be exploited is to be misused.
4. Right to Freedom of Religion: In our country, each and every
citizen can practice their choice of religion.
5. Cultural and Educational Rights: The main purpose of this
law is to protect minorities.
6. Right to Constitutional Remedies: This right is critical for the
legal development of citizens and the country as a whole.

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