4. Salient Features of Indian Constitution | Criticism + All Types of Majorities Explained (UPSC)
n this lecture, we cover one of the most scoring Polity topics for UPSC and State PSC exams — 👉 Salient Features of the Indian Constitution 👉 Criticism of the Constitution 👉 Different Types of Majorities Mentioned in the Constitution This video is ideal for UPSC CSE, BPSC, UPPCS, MPPSC, RPSC, and all competitive exam aspirants. 🔥 Topics Covered in This Video 1️⃣ Salient Features of the Indian Constitution ✔️ World’s longest written constitution ✔️ Blend of rigidity & flexibility ✔️ Federal system with unitary bias ✔️ Parliamentary form of government ✔️ Independent judiciary ✔️ Fundamental Rights & DPSPs ✔️ Secular state ✔️ Single citizenship ✔️ Universal Adult Franchise ✔️ Emergency provisions ✔️ Unique blend of borrowed features from across the world ✔️ Special provisions for states 2️⃣ Criticism of the Indian Constitution ✔️ Too lengthy & complex ✔️ Centre-heavy federalism ✔️ Governor’s discretionary powers ✔️ Weakness of the Cabinet system ✔️ Emergency provisions prone to misuse ✔️ Unequal representation in Rajya Sabha ✔️ Too many amendments (over 100+) ✔️ Bureaucracy-centric governance structure 3️⃣ Types of Majorities in the Indian Constitution A MUST for UPSC Prelims! ✔️ Simple Majority Used for: Normal legislation, motions, salaries, removal of Vice-President via RS, etc. ✔️ Special Majority (Article 368 – Type 1) More than 50% of total strength AND 2/3rd of members present & voting. Used for most constitutional amendments. ✔️ Special Majority – Type 2 (Article 61) Used for impeachment of the President. ✔️ Special Majority + State Ratification (50% of states must approve) Used for federal structure amendments → e.g., Election of President, Supreme Court powers. ✔️ Absolute Majority More than 50% of total membership. Used for forming governments and some constitutional decisions. ✔️ Effective Majority More than 50% of effective strength. Used for removing Speaker/Deputy Speaker. 🎯 Who Should Watch This? UPSC aspirants, State PCS candidates, SSC & Defence exam aspirants, Political Science students, and anyone preparing Indian Polity from basics. 📚 Join Our Study Community 🌐 Website: www.aayuconsultancy.in 📞 WhatsApp Contact: 9973488139 👥 WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FStSRZKlurK... 👉 Subscribe for complete Polity course, PYQs, MCQs & exam-focused lectures.
