On Equality
Classwork Questions:
The original text of the Constitution contained 395 articles in 22 parts and 8
schedules.
It came into effect on January 26, 1950.
The number of articles has since increased to 448 due to 100 amendments.
Present:
448 articles in 25 parts and 12 schedules.
Parts deal with different topics such as Fundamental Rights, Directive
Principles of State Policy, Union and State Governments, and the Judiciary.
Schedules are explanatory tables or appendices that are attached to the
Constitution.
They provide additional information about the Constitution and its functioning.
There are currently 12 schedules attached to the Constitution.
They deal with various topics such as languages, territories, forms of oaths and
affirmations, and emoluments of high officials.
Schedules are not considered as an integral part of the Constitution and can be
amended by Parliament without affecting the Constitution itself.
Article 15 of the Constitution of India forbids discrimination on grounds only
of religion, race, caste, gender, or place of birth. It applies Article 14's general
principle of equality in specific situations by forbidding classifications made on
protected grounds.
Right to equality given under Article 14 of Indian law. It ensures guarantees to
every person the right to equality before law & equal protection of the laws. It
is not only right of Indian citizens but also right of non-citizens.
Article 26: Freedom to manage religious affairs
(a) to establish and maintain institutions for religious and charitable purposes;
(b) to manage its own affairs in matters of religion;
(c) to own and acquire movable and immovable property; and
(d) to administer such property in accordance with law.
Delhi: 12th to 15th Century.
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Razziya Sultan was unique in the history of the Delhi Sultanate. Justify.
When did Delhi become an important commercial centre?
Name the Rajput dynasties that ruled during 12th century.
Who wrote tawarikh? Write the major features of writers in history.
Explain in detail about the administration of Khalji’s and Tughluq’s.