Framing the Constitution: The Beginning of a New Era

Class 12 · History · 11 Questions

Discussintermediate🔍 Analyze3 marksEssay

Look again at Chapter 11. Discuss how the political situation of the time may have shaped the nature of the debates within the Constituent Assembly.

Source Questionbeginner💡 Understand2 marksShort Answer

How does G.B. Pant define the attributes of a loyal citizen?

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What were the different arguments that Jaipal Singh put forward in demanding protective measures for the tribals?

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What were the ideals expressed in the Objectives Resolution?

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How was the term minority defined by different groups?

3intermediate💡 Understand3 marksShort Answer

What were the arguments in favour of greater power to the provinces?

4beginner💡 Understand3 marksShort Answer

Why did Mahatma Gandhi think Hindustani should be the national language?

5intermediate🔍 Analyze5 marksLong Answer

What historical forces shaped the vision of the Constitution?

6intermediate🔍 Analyze5 marksLong Answer

Discuss the different arguments made in favour of protection of the oppressed groups.

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What connection did some of the members of the Constituent Assembly make between the political situation of the time and the need for a strong Centre?

8intermediate💡 Understand5 marksLong Answer

How did the Constituent Assembly seek to resolve the language controversy?