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Anand Classes Notes for every CDS and AFCAT aspirant, understanding the constitutional history of India is crucial. Questions from Indian Polity and Governance are regularly asked in the CDS and AFCAT GAT exam, and mastering this topic gives you an edge over other candidates. At Anand Classes – Best CDS and AFCAT Coaching in Jalandhar, this topic is taught in a simple yet detailed manner, linking each Act and reform to its historical context so that students can remember them effortlessly.

👉 M. N. Roy in 1934.

👉 The Constitution of India was adopted on 26th November 1949, and 284 members signed it on that day.

The Indian Constitution, the longest written constitution in the world, has adopted several important features from different countries. These borrowed features not only enrich our constitutional framework but also make it a very important topic for CDS and AFCAT exam preparation in Polity.

The Indian Constitution is unique in its structure and philosophy. It draws from several world constitutions and reflects the aspirations of Indian society. Below are the salient features of the Indian Constitution, very important for CDS and AFCAT exam polity preparation:

A Constitution is the supreme law of the land which lays down the framework of government, distribution of powers, rights of citizens, and the functioning of institutions.It defines who will govern, how they will govern, and what limits are placed on their power.

The Indian Constitution establishes a system that is federal in form but unitary in spirit.Although India has many features of a federation—such as division of powers, written constitution, and independent judiciary—it also gives extraordinary powers to the Centre, especially in times of emergency.

The Preamble of the Indian Constitution:

The Constitution of India originally contained 8 Schedules. With subsequent amendments, their number has increased to 12 Schedules. Each Schedule deals with specific provisions as detailed below:

The Constitution of India is divided into 25 Parts, each dealing with specific provisions that define the structure, powers, and functions of the Union, States, and citizens. Below is a detailed description of all the Parts: