Grade 6 Civics Chapter 2 The Constitution of India – Exercise

Class 6 Civics Chapter 2 Exercise Q1
CLASS 6 • CIVICS • CHAPTER 2

The Constitution of India

Exercise

Q. 1: Name the following
1) The body responsible for making laws
Legislature
2) Permanent Chairman of the Constituent Assembly
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
3) Architect of the Indian Constitution
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar
Class 6 Civics Chapter 2 Exercise Q2
Q. 2: Complete the following table
Committee Head Name of the Committee
Dr. Rajendra Prasad Constituent Assembly Rules Committee (Steering Committee)
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Drafting Committee
Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Union Powers Committee
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Fundamental Rights and Minorities Committee
Class 6 Civics Chapter 2 Exercise Q3
Q. 3: Explain the concepts

1) Constitution

The Constitution is essential for the orderly administration of a country and for the protection of its citizens' rights. The fundamental laws, rules and provisions formulated for the governance of a country are collectively referred to as the Constitution.

2) Drafting Committee

The Drafting Committee was the most important committee responsible for the creation of the Indian Constitution. It was established on 29th August 1947. By reviewing the reports received from various committees, the Drafting Committee prepared a concrete draft that gave the Constitution its final form. The final draft thus prepared was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on 26th November 1949.

Class 6 Civics Chapter 2 Exercise Q4
Q. 4: Write your opinion on why every country needs a constitution.
Why does every country need a Constitution?
Answer
Every country needs a Constitution because it provides the fundamental laws, rules and provisions for governing the country. It provides a framework of rules and order, limits the powers of the government and protects the fundamental rights of citizens. It also helps maintain harmony among different groups in society and makes the administration of the country function smoothly.
Class 6 Civics Chapter 2 Exercise Q5
Q. 5: What would you do?
“Generally, a distinction is made between tasks meant for boys and tasks meant for girls.” What would you do to explain the constitutional value of ‘Equality’?
Your Action:

I would explain that boys and girls should have equal opportunities and should not be treated differently only because they are boys or girls.

I would encourage everyone to participate in different activities according to their ability and interest, without making separate rules for boys and girls.

In this way, I would explain the constitutional value of Equality and the importance of giving everyone equal opportunities.

Class 6 Civics Chapter 2 Activity
Activity
1
Class Representative (Monitor) Election
Conduct an election process to elect the Class Representative (Monitor) for your class.
Model Solution

An election can be conducted in the class so that students can choose their Class Representative (Monitor).

  1. Students who wish to become the Class Representative can give their names.
  2. The names of the candidates can be announced to the class.
  3. Each student can vote for one candidate.
  4. The votes can be counted in front of the class.
  5. The candidate who receives the highest number of votes can be declared the Class Representative.

This activity helps students understand the importance of choosing a representative through an election process.

2
Fundamental Rights and Corresponding Duties
Prepare a chart in your notebook listing the Fundamental Rights and the corresponding duties associated with them.
Model Chart
Fundamental Right Corresponding Duty
Freedom of Expression Express one's views responsibly while respecting the rights of others.
Freedom of Movement Respect the freedom of other people to move freely.
Protection of Minority Rights Respect the language, culture and educational rights of minority groups.
Equality Treat everyone fairly and provide equal opportunities without discrimination.
The chapter explains that the Constitution grants fundamental rights to citizens and protects them. It also explains the importance of equality and protection of minority interests.

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