UNIT I - III Flashcards
What were the key administrative systems introduced by the British till 1857?
Permanent Settlement, Ryotwari, Mahalwari systems; codification of laws; Governor-General’s role.
What was the significance of the Non-Cooperation Movement (1920–1922)?
Protested Rowlatt Act, Jallianwala Bagh massacre; tools: boycotts and civil disobedience.
What was the goal of the Civil Disobedience Movement (1930)?
Achieving Purna Swaraj (complete independence); included the Salt Satyagraha
What did the Independence of India Act, 1947, achieve?
Ended British rule; created India and Pakistan
What are the ideals declared in the Preamble?
Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic Republic; Justice, Liberty, Equality, Fraternity
Who chaired the Constituent Assembly’s Drafting Committee?
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
What is the purpose of Directive Principles of State Policy?
To guide the state in ensuring social welfare and justice.
Name any two Fundamental Rights.
Right to Equality, Right to Freedom.
How many Fundamental Duties were added by the 42nd Amendment?
Eleven duties, including respecting the Constitution and preserving heritage.
Which article provides Constitutional Remedies for Fundamental Rights?
Article 32
What does Article 5–11 deal with in the Constitution?
Provisions for Indian citizenship.
What are the three main organs of the Union Government?
Executive, Legislature, Judiciary.
What are the key functions of the President?
Executive: Appointments; Legislative: Summoning Parliament; Judicial: Pardoning powers
What is the Vice President’s primary role?
Ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha; acts as President in their absence.
Who is the head of the Union Government?
The Prime Minister.
