Samacheer Class 6 Social Science - The Constitution of India

When the Congress met at Lahore in 1929, the members of the Congress unofficially declared the same day as the Day of Pooma Swaraj or the Day of complete self-governance.
The next year, 26th January 1930 was celebrated as Independence Day. That day has been observed as our Republic Day.

The constitution of India is the ultimate law.
We have to abide by it.
It explains the fundamental concepts of structure, methods, powers, and duties of Government bodies.
It also lists the fundamental rights and duties of the citizens.
Directive Principles are also mentioned in the constitution.
So it is holistic in nature.

The preface of the constitution is the Preamble.
According to it, India is a Sovereign, Socialist, Secular democratic republic.
The constitution has granted people the right to rule. Sovereignty refers to the ultimate power of the country.
The term secular refers to the freedom of worship.
The Constitution provides a Parliamentary form of Government, both at the center

Fundamental rights are the basic human rights of all citizens. They are
Right to Equality
Right to Freedom
Right against exploitation
Right to freedom of Religion
Cultural and Educational Rights
Right to Constitutional Remedies.

Respecting the National flag and National Anthem.
Respect and protect the Constitution.
Readiness to serve our country if the need arises.
Treating everyone as brothers and sister
Avoid violence.
Protect government property etc.

The preamble of the Indian constitution clearly says that
To achieve Justice-social, economic and political
Liberty of thought, expression, belief, faith, and worship.
Equality of status and opportunity.
Fraternity assuring the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the nation.

The Constitution of India has granted the people the right to vote.
The members of the Parliament and the Legislative Assembly are elected by the people.
The right to decide is only in the hands of the representatives.
Sovereignty refers to the ultimate power of the country.
Sovereignty refers to India as an independent country.
India is not subject to any external power of influence.

(a) At School:
Participate in learning opportunities
Attend school regularly on time
(b) at Home:
Honour your father and mother
Simple hygiene – brush teeth, wash and dry hands, and brush hair.
c) At Society:
Teach the illiterate to read and write.
Take an active role in literacy campaigns

Equality means equal rights for all the people and the abolition of all special rights and privileges.
Child labour refers to the employment of children in any work that deprives the children of their childhood.
The right to education is a fundamental human right. Every individual irrespective of race, gender, social origin, religion, or age are entitled to free elementary education.

Fundamental rights and duties are guaranteed by the constitution. Look at the picture and share your opinions. Right against Exploitation. Traffic in Human beings and all forms of forced labour are prohibited.

Universal Adult Franchise is every Indian citizen’s right to vote when they attain 18 years of age.