What is a Constitution?
A Constitution is a set of rules that decides how a country runs. It describes how the government is formed, how the government must work, what people can do, etc. Everyone has to follow the rules mentioned in the Constitution. No law or order issued by anyone, including the government, can be against what is written in the Constitution.
Who made the Constitution of India?
The Constitution of India was created by the Drafting Committee of the Constituent Assembly. The Drafting Committee was headed by Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, more popularly known as Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. This is why he is also known as the father of the Constitution of India. It took the Drafting Committee three years to write the Constitution of India. It officially came into force on 26 January 1950. This is why we celebrate Republic Day on the 26th of January every year.
What fundamental rights do the people of India have?
The Constitution of India guarantees its citizens many different rights. However, the most important of these are fundamental rights. Some of these rights are:
(1) Right to equality: All citizens are equal before the law. No one can treat anyone differently because of their religion, caste, gender, place of birth, etc. (2) Right to freedom: All people are free to speak and express themselves in any manner they want. They can also work, live, or walk anywhere in the country. (3) Right to freedom of religion: Every person in the country has the right to practice any religion of their choice. There is no official religion in India. (4) Education rights: This right guarantees education to everyone. (5) Right to remedies: Any person can approach the court if they are not given their fundamental rights.
Some of these rights are limited and are not guaranteed under all circumstances. In a democratic country like India where the people vote their government into power, these rights are very important.
