NCERT Class 7 Social Science Exploring Society India and Beyond Part-I (Sanskrit): Chapter 10 — भारतस्य संविधनम् - एकः परिचयः
This chapter, 'Introduction to the Constitution of India' from NCERT Class 7 Social Science (Exploring Society India and Beyond Part-I), introduces the concept of a constitution. It begins with a quote from Dr. Rajendra Prasad emphasizing the importance of following the constitution for national progress and the need for democratic institutions to function with coordination and respect. The chapter highlights Republic Day, January 26th, 1950, as the date India's constitution came into effect. It explains that a constitution is a document containing fundamental principles and policies of a nation. The text encourages students to list questions about the constitution, underscoring its relevance even after seventy years. It also touches upon the historical context, mentioning the influence of the freedom struggle on the constitution. This chapter aims to build foundational understanding of India's governance and democratic framework for Class 7 students.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 7 |
| Subject | Social Science |
| Book | Exploring Society India and Beyond Part-I (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 10 — भारतस्य संविधनम् - एकः परिचयः |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 333 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the meaning and necessity of a constitution.
- Learn about the process of creating the Indian Constitution.
- Recognize the influence of the freedom struggle on the constitution.
- Identify the main characteristics of the Indian Constitution.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| संविVधानम्् | Constitution |
| लोकतान्त्रि��क | Democratic |
| राष्ट्ररपतिः | President |
| गणतन्त्रदिKवसः | Republic Day |
| पथसञ्चलनम्् | Parade |
| प्रवर्ततनं | Enforcement/Implementation |
| मूलसि�द्धान्तानाम्् | Fundamental principles |
| नीतीनां | Policies |
| प्रासङ्गिƨकम्् | Relevant |
| स्वाधीनतासङ््ग्रामेण | With the freedom struggle |
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Practice questions
- संविVधानं कि�म्् अस्ति�ि? Answer: संविVधानं तादृशः एकः लेखः अस्ति�ि, यः कस्यचि�त्् राष्ट्ररस्य मूलसि�द्धान्तानाम्् आधारभूतानां� नीतीनां� च मूलम्् अस्ति�ि।
- भारतस्य संविVधानं कदा प्रवर्तितम््? Answer: भारतस्य संविVधानं २६ जनवरी ी १९५० तमे दिKनाङ्के प्रवर्तितम््।
- लोकतान्त्रि��कसंस्थानां सफलतया कार्या�र्थथम्् किम्् आवश्यकम्् अस्ति�ि? Answer: लोकतान्त्रि��कसंस्थानां सफलतया कार्या�र्थथम्् अन्येषां� दृष्टेः� सम्मानं कृत्वा तैः� सह कार्ययकरणम्् आवश्यकम्् अस्ति�ि, तथा च तेषु व्यवस्थापनस्य समन्वयस्य च क्षमता स्यात््।
Frequently asked questions
What is a constitution?
A constitution is a document that forms the basis of a nation's fundamental principles and policies.
When did the Constitution of India come into effect?
The Constitution of India came into effect on January 26, 1950.
Who was the first President of India?
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the first President of India.
What is necessary for the successful functioning of democratic institutions?
Respect for others' views and the ability to work together, along with skills in management and coordination, are necessary for the successful functioning of democratic institutions.
Why is the Indian Constitution still relevant today?
The chapter suggests that the constitution remains relevant because it guides the nation according to its fundamental principles and policies, even seventy years after its writing.
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NCERT Class 7 Social Science — Exploring Society India and Beyond Part-I (Sanskrit) — Chapter 10 — भारतस्य संविधनम् - एकः परिचयः. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.