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The Constitution, Made Understandable.

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Constituent Assembly of India4 November 1948

Introducing the Draft Constitution: Morality & Federalism

Motion to introduce the Draft Constitution prepared by the Drafting Committee

Historical Context

Dr. Ambedkar presented the complete draft Constitution of India to the Assembly, explaining why India adopted a parliamentary system rather than a presidential one, how Indian federalism works, and the necessity of Constitutional Morality.

Plain-Language Summary

Ambedkar argued that India chose a parliamentary system to prioritize accountability over mere stability. He cautioned that constitutional morality is not a natural sentiment and must be cultivated by citizens and administrators alike.

Source record to consult

Constituent Assembly Debates (Official Report) — Lok Sabha Secretariat (Volume VII, 4 November 1948, pp. 31–44)