Why did Constitution-makers decide that India would be a welfare state?
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Explanation:
because after the freedom they decided to Constitute an constitution
ANSWER:
The welfare of its people is the duty of the state. India previously was not a welfare state, that is, before independence. The British reign was not interested in promoting and protecting the welfare of the Indian citizens. They were only concerned about the interests of the British colonial govt.
EXPLANATION:
When India got independence, it had numerous challenges and problems. The economic and social inequality were all ubiquitous. Economically, India’s condition was despondent. Moreover, socially India was having many problems. There were social disparities and all the susceptible sections of the society like the Dalits, women, and children were denied basic living standards.
The Constitution architects were aware of these problems. Hence, they decided that India must be a welfare state. Therefore, the Constitution has wide-ranging provisions to ensure economic and social c welfare of the Indian citizens. Accordingly, 2 specific provisions was made, one the Directive Principles of State Policy and the other Fundamental Rights