The Indian constitution was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on which date?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option 1 - 26 Nov 1949
The Republic is governed in terms of the Constitution of India which was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on 26th November, 1949 and came into force on 26th January, 1950.
The Indian Constitution, adopted on November 26, 1949, initially had 395 articles. These articles were further organized into:
22 Parts: Each part focused on a specific theme like the Union Government, Fundamental Rights, or the Directive Principles of State Policy.
8 Schedules: These schedules provided additional details on various matters mentioned in the articles, like lists of states and union territories.
Present Scenario:
It's important to note that the Constitution is a living document, meaning it can be amended. Since its adoption, there have been over 100 amendments, which have increased the number of articles and schedules. As of March 22, 2024, the Constitution has:
448 Articles
12 Schedules
25 parts
5 Appendices (These are not part of the original constitution but contain additional information).