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                                                When was the Indian Constitution adopted and what were its features?  

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The Indian Constitution was adopted on 26th January 1950.

Features of the Indian Constitution:

(i) Adoption of Universal Adult Franchise: It adopted universal adult franchise. According to this, all Indians above the age of 18 were given the right to vote in state and national elections.

(ii) Equality to All Citizens: It guaranteed equality before law to all citizens, regardless of their caste or religions. All the people from different religions would be given the same opportunities, when it come to seeking jobs in government or the private sector, and the same rights were also given to all the citizens before the law.

(iii) Granting Special Privilege to SCs and STs: It offered privileges for the poorest and most disadvantaged Indians.

(i) Abolition of Untouchability: The practice of untouchability was abolished. The Hindu temples were open to all, including the untouchables.

(ii) Reservation of Seats in Government Offices: Constituent Assembly recommended that a certain percentage of seats in legislatures as well as jobs in government should be reserved for members of the lowest castes. (Any four features)