List of Important Articles of Indian Constitution

• Indian Constitution is considered as the world’s oldest largest constitution which came into effect on 26^th January 1950.
• We all know that  Dr. Ambedkar is known as the “founder of the Indian Constitution”.
• The main objective of forming the Constitution is to bringing unity, sovereignty, socialism and peace throughout the country
• When the Constitution was adopted on 26^th November 1949, it contained a Preamble, 395 Articles, 18 Parts and 8 Schedules.
• At present, the Indian Constitution is made up of  448 articles, 25 parts & 12 schedules.
• This topic becomes most important for candidates preparing for upcoming  SSC Exams and others.
• in this article, we will provide you with the important Parts, Objectives &  Articles of the Constitution.

List of Important Articles of Indian Constitution

Part-III: Fundamental Rights (Articles 12 to 35)

• The Fundamental Rights from Article 12 to 35 of the Indian Constitution guarantees some to all the Indian citizens for peace and unity.
• These Fundamental Rights includes “equality before law”, “freedom of speech”, “freedom of religion” that are defined in these Articles.
• These rights apply to all the Indian citizens irrespective of their race, caste or gender or place of birth. It can be categorised into six groups namely:

Article 14-18: Right to Equality

1) Article 14: Equality before Law

2) Article 15 – Prohibition of discrimination on the grounds of religion sex or place of birth

 3) Article 16 – Equality of opportunity in matters of public employment.

 4) Article 17 – Abolition of the untouchability.

5) Article 18 – Abolition of titles.

Article 19-22: Right to Freedom

1) Article 19: Protection of certain rights regarding freedom of speech etc.

2) Article 20: protection in respect of conviction for offences.

3) Article  21: Protection of life and personal liberty.

4) Article 21A: Right to Education (between 6 to 14 years)

5) Article 22: Protection against arrest and detention in certain cases

     Article 23-24: Right Against Exploitation

1) Article 23: Prohibition of Traffic in human and forced labour.

2) Article 24: Protection of employment of children in factories etc.

Article 25-28: Right to Freedom of Religion

1) Article 25 – Freedom of conscience and free profession, practice and Propagation of religion

2) Article 26 – Freedom to manage religious affairs.

3) Article 27 – Freedom as to pay taxes for promotion of any particular Religion

4) Article 28 – Freedom from attending religious instruction.

      Article 29-30: Cultural and Educational Rights

1) Article 29: Protection of interests of minorities.

2) Article 30: Right of minorities to establish educational institutions.

               Article 31: Saving of Certain Laws

   Article 32-35: Right to Constitutional Remedies

1) Article 32: Remedies for enforcement of rights conferred by this part

2) Article 33; Power of parliament to modify the rights conferred by this part In their

application of forces etc.

3) Article 34: Restriction on rights conferred by this part while martial law is In force in any area.

4) Article 35: Legislation to give effects to the provisions of this part.

Part IV: Directive Principles of State Policy (Article 36-51)

(Also known as Gandhian Principle)

• Directive principles of state policy(DPSP) are the set of instructions to be followed by the executives and legislatures to show in what manner they are to exercise their power.
• These principles are borrowed from the Constitution of Ireland.
• The objective of these principles is to establish a social and economic democracy in India, making laws to establish peace in the  society in the country.
• Directive Principles are classified under the following categories: Economic and Socialistic, Political and Administrative, Justice and Legal, Environmental, Protection of Monuments, Peace and Security.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

Q1) How many Articles are there in the Indian Constitution?

Ans. At present, the Indian Constitution is made up of  448 articles which can be grouped into 25 parts & 12 schedules.

Q2) Which Articles govern the powers of the President of India?

Ans. Part V of the Article 52-78 governs the powers of the president of India including Article 123 (Power of the President during recess of Parliament) and Article 143 (Power of President to consult the Supreme Court)

Q3) Which Article of the Indian Constitution governs the right to education?

Ans. The “Right to Education” falls under the Article 21A of the Indian Constitution.

Q4) Which Article of the Indian Constitution deal with the “Directive Principles of State Policy” (DPSP)?

Ans. The “Directive Principle of State Policy (DPSP)” are mentioned under the Article 36-51 of the Indian Constitution