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    How many parts did the Indian Constitution originally have?
    Question

    How many parts did the Indian Constitution originally have?

    A.

    22

    B.

    15

    C.

    25

    D.

    26

    Correct option is A

    The correct answer is:(a) 22

    Explanation:
    The original Indian Constitution, when adopted in 1950, consisted of 22 parts. These parts are divided into different sections, detailing the organization of the government, the distribution of powers, and the rights and duties of the citizens. Over time, the Constitution has been amended to add new parts and modify existing ones.

    Information Booster:
    • The Constitution of India originally had 22 parts and 395 Articles, which were later expanded through amendments.
    • The Constitution is now divided into 25 parts as of the 104th Amendment.
    • The 22 parts included fundamental rights, directive principles, and the organization of the government.
    • The Constitution also had provisions for the special status of Jammu & Kashmir, which has been amended since.
    • The first part deals with the Union and its territories.

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