Topic: Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure.
2. The Preamble of the Constitution declares India as a republic. Elaborate as to what republic means in the Indian context. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: The Hindu , Indian Express
Why the question:
India is celebrating its 73rd republic day.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about meaning of Republic as envisaged by the constitution.
Directive word:
Elaborate – Give a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the context. You must be defining key terms wherever appropriate and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by defining Republican form of government.
Body:
Write the essential features of republicanism in India – Its inspiration, the historical linkages with freedom struggle, nature, its relation with liberty and democracy.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing about the importance of being a republic in the present day.
