Major Constitutional Amendments
The Indian Constitution has seen many major amendments that have shaped its current form.
- The amendment process is guided by Article 368, which outlines the procedures and requirements for making changes to the Constitution.
- Judicial interpretations, such as the Doctrine of Basic Structure, play a crucial role in reviewing and validating constitutional amendments.
- The constitutional amendments have influenced various aspects of governance.
Some key constitutional amendments are outlined below.
The Constitution (First Amendment) Act, 1951
- Through this amendment, the State is allowed to make special provisions for the advancement of socially and economically backward classes.
- This amendment also added Ninth Schedule to the Constitution. ....
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