UPSC Polity Question
Indian Constitution is considered as one of the lengthiest in the world, which one of the following is not the reason for it?
A. A major part of it is based on the Government of India Act, 1935, which was a bulky document.
B. It accommodates provisions related to government mechanisms of both center and states.
C. Fundamental principles of governance and matters of administration are given in great detail.
D. Procedures related to preparation of electoral rolls and registration of political parties are included in the Constitution.
Correct Answer:
D. Procedures related to preparation of electoral rolls and registration of political parties are included in the Constitution.
Explanation:
Options A, B, and C are valid reasons for the bulkiness of the Indian Constitution. It incorporates the vast administrative details from the GoI Act 1935 and contains provisions for both Central and state governments in one document. Option D is not a reason. While the Constitution deals with elections (Part XV), detailed procedures like preparing electoral rolls and registering political parties are largely governed by laws enacted by Parliament, such as the Representation of the People Act.