PPT: The Indian Constitution

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Class - 8
THE INDIAN
CONSTITUTION
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Class - 8
THE INDIAN
CONSTITUTION
What is the Meaning of The
 Indian Constitution?
The Indian Constitution is the supreme law
of India.
It establishes the framework defining the
fundamental political code, structure,
procedures, powers, and duties of
government institutions.
It also outlines fundamental rights, directive
principles, and citizens' duties.
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Class - 8
THE INDIAN
CONSTITUTION
What is the Meaning of The
 Indian Constitution?
The Indian Constitution is the supreme law
of India.
It establishes the framework defining the
fundamental political code, structure,
procedures, powers, and duties of
government institutions.
It also outlines fundamental rights, directive
principles, and citizens' duties.
Why Does a Country Need a Constitution?
A Constitution defines a
society's fundamental nature.
It provides a set of rules and
principles for governing the
country that all citizens can
agree upon.
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Class - 8
THE INDIAN
CONSTITUTION
What is the Meaning of The
 Indian Constitution?
The Indian Constitution is the supreme law
of India.
It establishes the framework defining the
fundamental political code, structure,
procedures, powers, and duties of
government institutions.
It also outlines fundamental rights, directive
principles, and citizens' duties.
Why Does a Country Need a Constitution?
A Constitution defines a
society's fundamental nature.
It provides a set of rules and
principles for governing the
country that all citizens can
agree upon.
Three Significant Reasons for Needing a
Constitution
1.Checks on Authority: Prevents misuse of authority by political
leaders in democratic societies.
2.Protection of Less Powerful: Ensures that dominant groups do not
exploit less powerful individuals or groups.
3.Preservation of Principles: Protects against decisions that could
harm the nation's core principles.
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Class - 8
THE INDIAN
CONSTITUTION
What is the Meaning of The
 Indian Constitution?
The Indian Constitution is the supreme law
of India.
It establishes the framework defining the
fundamental political code, structure,
procedures, powers, and duties of
government institutions.
It also outlines fundamental rights, directive
principles, and citizens' duties.
Why Does a Country Need a Constitution?
A Constitution defines a
society's fundamental nature.
It provides a set of rules and
principles for governing the
country that all citizens can
agree upon.
Three Significant Reasons for Needing a
Constitution
1.Checks on Authority: Prevents misuse of authority by political
leaders in democratic societies.
2.Protection of Less Powerful: Ensures that dominant groups do not
exploit less powerful individuals or groups.
3.Preservation of Principles: Protects against decisions that could
harm the nation's core principles.
Key Features of The Indian Constitution
India has multiple levels of
government: state, center, and
Panchayati Raj at the village
level.
The Constitution defines areas
each level can make laws on
and their sources of funding.
1.Federalism: