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The 42nd Amendment of the Indian Constitution is possibly the most disputed. This is why: Passed during Emergency: Seen as an effort to concentrate power in the ruling party's grasp, it was legislated in 1976 throughout the Emergency period declared by Indira Gandhi. Restricted in legal powers: theRead more
The 42nd Amendment of the Indian Constitution is possibly the most disputed.
This is why:
Passed during Emergency: Seen as an effort to concentrate power in the ruling party’s grasp, it was legislated in 1976 throughout the Emergency period declared by Indira Gandhi.
Restricted in legal powers: the amendment severely limited the powers of the judiciary—particularly those of the Supreme Court—not to review and thus invalidate the laws passed by Parliament.
Having vested power in the center changed the balance of power from that of the states to the center, therefore weakening India’s federal system structure.
The amendment limited the range of the fundamental rights, especially regarding the right to property.
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Progress in Indian society benefits from Preamble functions in the Indian Constitution. Any progressive society requires foundational values including justice alongside liberty and equality and fraternity. As a conceptual beacon it guides policy development and legislative action because it states nRead more
Progress in Indian society benefits from Preamble functions in the Indian Constitution. Any progressive society requires foundational values including justice alongside liberty and equality and fraternity. As a conceptual beacon it guides policy development and legislative action because it states national aspirations. The Preamble provides three core elements through its emphasis on social justice and economic fairness and political equality and freedom because they form instructions to combat national inequality and expand inclusivity.
The Preamble tackles this debate directly through its statement “India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States.” The official proclamation makes each name equivalent without distinction. The Preamble acts as an introduction to help stop delays that promote seclusion. The names “India” parallel “Bharat” because they both direct toward a unified nation which shares its cultural background and collective destiny. When we direct attention to Preamble values we can merge into shared national purpose instead of contentious name arguments. Through the Preamble’s acknowledgment of fraternity combined with its emphasis on individual dignity controversies stemming from the naming debate can find resolution.
The Preamble maintains a unified discourse which unites all Indians regardless of their chosen designation for the country. The fundamental principles explain the national unity objectives while offering a framework to construct an equitable and just progressive nation.
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