Features Of The Indian Constitution
The Indian constitution defines the structural framework, powers and duties of government institutions
It is the supreme law of the nation that sets out fundamental rights, directive principles, and duties of citizens
Here are some of the salient features of the Constitution of India
Constitution of India, with its preamble and 470 articles grouped into 25 parts, is the longest written constitution in the world
The Introduction of the Indian Constitution declares that it was adopted and enacted by the people of India and there is no external influence
Indian constitution establishes the parliamentary form of government both at the centre and the state
Constitution of India guarantees fundamental rights to the citizens of the country
Fundamental rights include the Right to Equality, Freedom, Religion, Against Exploitation, Education, Cultural Rights, and Constitutional Remedies
Fundamental duties are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India
The Indian state is federal as the powers are distributed between the Union and the State
All the citizens above 18 years of age have the right to vote under the concept of 'Universal Adult Franchise'
The judgements of Judiciary of India is independent of the legislature and executive wings
Constitution of India protects all religions equally and guarantees freedom of practising any accepted religion