Article 363-A
- Article 363A was inserted in the constitution of India by the 26th constitutional amendment act of 1971 and it is best known for the abolition of privy purses.
- It stated that the provision of rulership, privy purses, and titles are not in accordance with a healthy opined social order and are not compatible with the idea of an egalitarian society.
- Thus, To terminate this special provision for the former ruling elite class 26th constitutional amendment act was passed.
- The provision of Article 363A was a significant step toward the consolidation of the Indian republic and the integration of the former princely states into Indian society.
- It reflected the principles of social justice, equality, and democracy enshrined in the Indian Constitution and helped to create a more unified and harmonious nation.
The 26th Constitutional Amendment in India was an important step towards strengthening the country’s democratic system and ensuring equal treatment of all citizens under the law.
Twenty-Sixth Amendment Act, 1971
The 26th constitutional amendment was passed in 1971. It made many changes to the constitution which also included the abolition of the privy purse system for former Indian princes. This amendment also provides for the appointment of a commission to review the working of the Constitution every five years and submit a report to the President of India.
The concept of rulership and privy purse related to any clause and statement in the Constitution of India seemed to be incompatible with the very idea of an egalitarian society. So to end this clause, the 26th Constitutional Amendment Act was thus introduced so as to terminate this provision of privy purses and rulership and to move forward toward establishing an egalitarian society.