What is meant by the term Equality as given in the Preamble of the Constitution?
The Preamble speaks of ‘equality of status and opportunity’. Equality of status means all are equal in the eyes of law and have equal protection of law. Nobody can be discriminated against on the basis of his religion, caste, creed, colour or sex (Article 14 and 15). The Constitution also offers equality of opportunity in matters relating to employment under the State (Article 16). Untouchability has been abolished (Article 17) and all titles except those of academic or military distinction, have been abolished (Article 18).
Which two factors have made India's constitution a living document rather than a closed and static rulebook?
Why is the 42nd amendment called a ‘mini Constitution’?
What would you say about each of these statements?
(a) The constitution is live any other law. If simply tells us what are the rules and regulations governing the government.
(b) The constitution is the expression of the will of the people, so there must be a provision to change the constitution after every ten or fifteen years.
(c) The constitution is a statement of the philosophy of the country. It can never be changed.
(d) The constitution is a sacred document. Therefore any talk of changing it is against democracy.
What is the significance of the ‘Special Majority’ required for amending the certain articles of the constitution?
