Discuss various issues regarding the constitution of india
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A major portion of the Indian subcontinent was under British rule from 1857 to 1947. The impact of economic, political and social development during this period helped the gradual rise of the Indian independence movement
With the emergence of Independence, there arose the need of a Constitution. The idea that India should have a Constitution was given by M N Roy, a pioneer of the communist movement in India. The founding fathers of the Indian Constitution borrowed from constitutions of several countries.
Nearly 75 per cent of the Indian Constitution can be said to be a reproduction of the Government of India Act- 1935 with suitable adaptations and modifications. The Constitution of India is drawn from many sources. Keeping in mind the needs and conditions of India, the framers of the Constitution of India borrowed different features freely from previous legislations.
Government of India Act 1858 After the Indian Rebellion of 1857, the British Government took direct control of territories formerly ruled by the English East India Company. To address the after effects of the 1857 revolt, the Act of 1858 was introduced.
This act abolished the East India Company and transferred its powers to the British crown that established a direct rule. S The Indian Civil Service was brought under the control of the Secretary of State. The Crown was empowered to appoint a Governor-General and the Governors of the Presidencies.