Class 11 Political Science - PUNJAB
Constitution: Why and How
The chapter 'Constitution: Why and How' introduces Class 11 students to the fundamental principles of political science and the making of the Indian Constitution. It explores why a society needs a constitution to establish a basic set of rules, coordinate trust, and limit the power of the government. Students will learn how our Constitution was drafted by the Constituent Assembly, the key sources it borrowed from, and how it embodies the aspirations of a free, democratic India. This chapter is vital for the PSEB board exams as it forms the foundational base for the entire Indian Constitution and Polity syllabus.
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Constitution
A body of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state or other organization is acknowledged to be governed.
Constituent Assembly
A body of representatives assembled for the purpose of drafting or framing a constitution, which for India met between December 1946 and November 1949.
Rule of Law
The principle that all people and institutions are subject to and accountable to law that is fairly applied and enforced, preventing arbitrary rule.
Fundamental Rights
Basic human rights enshrined in Part III of the Indian Constitution that are guaranteed to all citizens, protecting them against state infringement.
Separation of Powers
The division of government responsibilities into distinct branches—legislature, executive, and judiciary—to limit any one branch from exercising the core functions of another.
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Board Exam Info
In the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) Class 11 Political Science examinations, this chapter typically carries around 6 to 8 marks. Questions usually include very short answer type questions (1 mark), short answer type questions (3-4 marks), and occasionally long answer type questions (6 marks) focusing on the functions of a constitution and the role of the Constituent Assembly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does a country need a constitution?
A constitution is needed to provide a set of basic rules that allow for minimal coordination amongst members of a society, specify who has the power to make decisions, and limit government power.
Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution?
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee.
When did the Indian Constitution come into force and why that specific date?
It came into force on January 26, 1950, because this date commemorates the 'Purna Swaraj' (Complete Independence) declaration made by the Indian National Congress in 1930.
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