We have great pleasure in presenting First edition “Constitutional Values – I” written for students of UG courses. The related matters are written in a simple and easily understandable.
This volume is an attempt to provide the students with thorough understanding of Constitutional Values – I. We have presented the subject matter in a systematic manner with liberal use of charts and diagrams where ever necessary so as to make it interesting and sustain students’ interest.
Contents –
Unit – 1 Introduction
a. Constitutional Values
Meaning of Constitutional Values
Nature of Constitutional Values
Scope of Constitutional Values
Relevance of Constitutional Values
b. Sources of Constitutional Values
c. Features of Indian Constitution
d. Role of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Jawaharlal Nehru in Making of Indian Constitution
Review Questions
Unit – 2 Core Values of the Constitution of India
a. Sovereignty
Socialism
Secularism
Democracy
Republicanism
b. Justice
Liberty
Equality
Fraternity
c. Dignity of Individual
Unity
Integrity of the Nation
d. Political Participation
Public Opinion
Review Questions
Unit – 3 Constitutional Values in Practice
a. Citizenship
Role of Citizens in Democracy
National Building
b. Fundamental Rights and Duties as Values
c. Additional Rights
Right to Education
Right to Health
Right to Information
Right to Privacy
d. Directive Principles of State Policy as Instructive Values
Review Questions
