भारत का संविधान
The Constitution of India
The longest written constitution in force, with 448 Articles in 25 Parts and 12 Schedules. It establishes the framework of Indian government, fundamental rights, directive principles, and the basic structure that no Parliament can erase.
- Sections
- 448
- Chapters
- 25
- Tier
- Tier 4
In one line
What this Act says
The supreme law of India — sets up the government, lists fundamental rights, and binds every other law to its basic structure.
Penalties
What happens if you break it
Violation of fundamental rights by the State
Article 13, 32, 226Law / executive action is void; remedy by writ under Article 32 (Supreme Court) or 226 (High Court).
Failure to act on a constitutional duty
Article 32, 226Mandamus or other writ; the Court can compel performance.
Headline offences only — not exhaustive. For the full text and every section, open the source PDF or the official link below.
Key Sections & Penalties
Constitution of India at a Glance
| Section | Type | Provision | Applicability | Details / Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| §Article 14 | structural | Equality before law | - | Administrative / Structural |
| §Article 19 | right | Protection of certain rights regarding freedom of speech, etc. | - | Administrative / Structural |
| §Article 21 | structural | Protection of life and personal liberty | - | Administrative / Structural |
| §Article 13, 32, 226 | compliance | Violation of fundamental rights by the State | - | Law / executive action is void; remedy by writ under Article 32 (Supreme Court) or 226 (High Court) low RISK |
| §Article 32, 226 | compliance | Failure to act on a constitutional duty | - | Mandamus or other writ; the Court can compel performance low RISK |
Maximum punishments as prescribed by the Act. Actual sentencing depends on facts, prior convictions and judicial discretion.
Sources
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Source PDF
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Reference
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About this Act
Quick facts
- Year
- 1950
- Sections
- 448
- Chapters
- 25
- Tier
- Tier 4