The Salient Features of The Constitution of India || Vicky-Lawdition

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Here are the salient features of the Indian Constitution:
Preamble
1. Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic Republic
2. Justice, Liberty, Equality, Fraternity
Fundamental Structure
1. Federal Structure: Union of States
2. Parliamentary Democracy
3. Bicameral Legislature (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha)
Fundamental Rights (Part III)
1. Right to Equality (Art. 14-18)
2. Right to Freedom (Art. 19-22)
3. Right against Exploitation (Art. 23-24)
4. Right to Freedom of Religion (Art. 25-28)
5. Cultural and Educational Rights (Art. 29-30)
6. Right to Constitutional Remedies (Art. 32)
Directive Principles of State Policy (Part IV)
1. Social Justice and Welfare
2. Economic Development
3. International Peace and Security
Fundamental Duties (Part IVA)
1. Respect for Constitution and National Flag
2. Protection of National Heritage
3. Promotion of Harmony and Brotherhood
Executive
1. President: Head of State and Union Government
2. Prime Minister: Head of Government
3. Council of Ministers
Legislature
1. Lok Sabha (House of the People)
2. Rajya Sabha (Council of States)
Judiciary
1. Supreme Court
2. High Courts
3. Subordinate Courts
Other Key Features
1. Independent Election Commission
2. Comptroller and Auditor General
3. Emergency Provisions (Art. 352-360)
4. Amendment Procedure (Art. 368)
5. Judicial Review
Amendments
1. Over 100 amendments since 1950
2. Significant amendments: 42nd (1976), 44th (1979), 86th (2002)
Influences
1. American Constitution
2. British Constitution
3. Irish Constitution
4. United Nations Charter