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πŸ“œ Introduction – Understanding the Constituent Assembly for CLAT & LLB Exams

The Constituent Assembly of India was established to draft the Constitution of India, which forms the legal and political foundation of the country. Understanding its formation, structure, and significance is crucial for students preparing for CLAT (Common Law Admission Test), LLB, Judiciary Exams, and other law entrance exams.

The Constitution of India is a key topic in Constitutional Law, and questions related to the Constituent Assembly frequently appear in legal aptitude sections of CLAT, AILET, and other law exams.


πŸ“Œ Historical Background – Demand for the Constituent Assembly

First Proposal for a Constituent Assembly (1934)

πŸ“Œ The idea of a Constituent Assembly was first mooted by M.N. Roy in 1934.
πŸ“Œ M.N. Roy was an Indian revolutionary and political thinker who advocated for a constitution drafted by Indians rather than the British.

Demand by the Indian National Congress (1935)

πŸ“Œ The Indian National Congress (INC) officially demanded the formation of a Constituent Assembly in 1935.

August Offer (1940) – British Acceptance

πŸ“Œ The British government accepted the demand in principle through the August Offer (1940).

Cabinet Mission Plan (1946) – Formation of the Constituent Assembly

πŸ“Œ Under the Cabinet Mission Plan of 1946, a Constituent Assembly was constituted in November 1946 to frame the Indian Constitution.


πŸ› Composition of the Constituent Assembly – CLAT & Law Exam Notes

πŸ“Œ Total Members: 389
πŸ“Œ After Partition (1947): Reduced to 299

MembersNumber of Seats
Elected Members (British India)296
Nominated by Princely States93

βœ… The elected members were indirectly elected by members of the Provincial Assemblies.
βœ… The Muslim League boycotted the Constituent Assembly, demanding a separate nation (Pakistan).


πŸ“œ First Meeting of the Constituent Assembly – Key Developments

πŸ“Œ First Meeting Held On: December 9, 1946
πŸ“Œ Temporary President: Dr. Sachidanand Sinha (senior-most member of the Assembly)
πŸ“Œ Permanent President: Dr. Rajendra Prasad
πŸ“Œ Legal Advisor to the Assembly: Sir B.N. Rau

πŸ“Œ On December 13, 1946, Jawaharlal Nehru moved the “Objective Resolution”, which later became the Preamble to the Constitution.

  • This resolution laid the foundation for the drafting of the Indian Constitution.

πŸ“œ Drafting of the Indian Constitution for Law Students

πŸ“Œ First Draft Constitution Published: February 1948
πŸ“Œ Prepared By: Sir B.N. Rau (Constitutional Advisor to the Constituent Assembly)

πŸ“Œ Drafting Committee Formation: 29th August 1947

  • The Drafting Committee was chaired by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, who is regarded as the Father of the Indian Constitution.

πŸ“Œ Time Taken to Draft the Constitution:

  • The Constituent Assembly worked for nearly 3 years:
    • 2 years, 11 months, and 18 days
  • It held 11 sessions covering a total of 165 days.

πŸ“œ Adoption & Implementation of the Indian Constitution

πŸ“Œ Constitution Adopted: 26th November 1949

  • The President of the Constituent Assembly signed the document, declaring the Constitution as passed.

πŸ“Œ Final Session of the Constituent Assembly: 24th January 1950

  • The Assembly continued to function as a Provisional Parliament from 26th January 1950 until May 1952, when the first elected Parliament of India was formed.

πŸ“Œ Constitution Enforced (Republic Day): 26th January 1950

  • India became a Sovereign, Democratic, and Republic Nation.

πŸ“Œ Provisions Effective from 26th November 1949:

  • Citizenship (Articles 5-9)
  • Elections (Article 324)
  • Provisional Parliament & Temporary Provisions (Articles 379-392)

🎯 FAQs – CLAT & Law Entrance Exam Study Guide

Q1. Who first proposed the idea of a Constituent Assembly for India?

πŸ”Ή M.N. Roy in 1934.

Q2. When was the first meeting of the Constituent Assembly held?

πŸ”Ή December 9, 1946, with Dr. Sachidanand Sinha as the temporary President.

Q3. Who was the permanent President of the Constituent Assembly?

πŸ”Ή Dr. Rajendra Prasad, elected later.

Q4. When was the Constitution of India adopted and enforced?

πŸ”Ή Adopted on 26th November 1949, enforced on 26th January 1950.

Q5. Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee?

πŸ”Ή Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.


πŸ“ Practice Questions – CLAT & Law Exam Study Material

1️⃣ Who officially demanded the formation of a Constituent Assembly in 1935?
a) Mahatma Gandhi
b) Jawaharlal Nehru
c) Indian National Congress (INC)
d) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

2️⃣ Which plan led to the formation of the Constituent Assembly in November 1946?
a) Cripps Mission
b) August Offer
c) Cabinet Mission Plan
d) Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms

3️⃣ Who was the first temporary President of the Constituent Assembly?
a) Dr. Rajendra Prasad
b) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
c) Sachidanand Sinha
d) Jawaharlal Nehru

4️⃣ Which document became the Preamble to the Indian Constitution?
a) Objectives Resolution
b) Government of India Act 1935
c) August Declaration
d) Cripps Mission Report

(Answer Key: 1-c, 2-c, 3-c, 4-a)


MCQ Quiz

General Knowledge Quiz – CLAT Exam

1. Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution?
βœ… **Correct Answer: C) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar**
πŸ’‘ **Explanation:** Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee, responsible for drafting the Indian Constitution.
2. When was the Constitution of India adopted?
βœ… **Correct Answer: C) 26th November 1949**
πŸ’‘ **Explanation:** The Constitution of India was adopted on 26th November 1949 but came into effect on 26th January 1950.
3. The Preamble of the Indian Constitution was adopted on?
βœ… **Correct Answer: B) 26th November 1949**
πŸ’‘ **Explanation:** The Preamble was adopted along with the Constitution on 26th November 1949.

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