Parts of the Indian Constitution

1. How many parts are there in the Indian Constitution?

There are 448 Articles in the 25 Parts and 12 Schedules of the Indian Constitution. On November 26, 1949, the Constituent Assembly enacted the Indian Constitution, which went into effect on January 26, 1950. There were 395 Articles in 22 Parts and 8 Schedules in the original Constitution.

2. Why Article 7 is removed?

Part 7 was eliminated altogether as a result of the State Reorganization of 1956 because the system that separated the states into three categories (A, B, and C) was no longer in use. Linguistically, the states were rearranged.

3. Which article was removed recently?

Article 370 removed recently from the Constitution of India which dealt with the special status given to Jammu and Kashmir was Article 370.

4. How many articles are there in 25 parts of Indian Constitution?

The Indian Constitution consisted of 395 articles divided into 22 parts. As of 2021, the Indian Constitution consists of 25 parts and 448 articles and 12 schedules.

The Indian Constitution is a living document, evolving with the aspirations and needs of a nation. From its original form with 395 Articles and 22 Parts, it has undergone a fascinating transformation. Over time, as India’s society and governance requirements have evolved, 3 new parts were seamlessly woven into its fabric: Part 9A dedicated to Municipalities, Part 9B for Cooperative societies, and Part 14A for tribunals. This brought the total to 25 Parts, and the Constitution grew to encompass 448 Articles and 12 Schedules. Each Part is like a chapter in the story of India’s democracy, contributing unique insights and provisions. In this article, we delve into the intriguing world of these 25 Parts, exploring how they shape the governance, rights, and responsibilities of the world’s largest democracy.