Constitutional Design.[2] Flashcards
Meaning of the words in the Preamble
We, the people of india
The constitution has been drawn up and entacted by the people through their representatives,and not handed down to them by a king or any outside powers
Sovereign
People have supreme right to make decisions on internal as well as external matters. No external power can dictate the government of the india.
Socialist
Wealth is generated socially and should be shared equally by society. Government should regulate the ownershup of the land and industry to reduce socio-economic inequalities.
Secular
Citizens have complete freedom to follow any religion. But there is no official religion. Government treats all religious a beliefs and practices with equal respect
Democratic
A form of the government where people enjoy equal political rights , elect their rulers and hold them accountable. The government is run according to some basic rules.
Rebulic
The head of the state is an elected person and not a hereditary position.
Justice
Citizens cannot be discriminated on the grounds of caste , religion and gender. Social inequalities have to be reuced. Government should work for the welfare of all, especially of the disadvantage groups.
Liberty
There is no unreasonable restrictions on teh citizens in what they think , how they wish to express their thoughts and the way they wish to follow up their thoughts in action.
Equal8ty3
All are equal before the law. The traditional social inequalities have to be ended. The government should ensure equal opportunity for all.
Fraternity
All of us should behave as if we are members of the same family. No one should treat a fellow citizen as inferior.