Which of the following features of the Indian Constitution is NOT borrowed from Australia?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4: Election of members of the Rajya Sabha.
Explanation:
- In the Indian Constitution, the process for the 'Election of members of the Rajya Sabha' has been borrowed from the Constitution of South Africa, not Australia.
- Features borrowed from Australia (Options 1, 2, and 3):
- Concurrent List: A list of subjects falling under the jurisdiction of both the Centre and the States.
- Joint Sitting: A joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament (Article 108).
- Freedom of Trade and Commerce: The language of the Preamble and provisions regarding freedom of trade.
- Nomination of Rajya Sabha Members: Note that the 'Nomination' of members to the Rajya Sabha by the President has been borrowed from Ireland, whereas the 'Election' process has been borrowed from South Africa.
Key Provisions Borrowed from Various Countries:
- Britain: Parliamentary System of Government, Single Citizenship, Rule of Law.
- USA: Fundamental Rights, Judicial Review, Impeachment of the President.
- Canada: Federal Features, Residuary Powers vested in the Centre.
- Ireland: Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP), Electoral College for the President.
- South Africa: Procedure for Constitutional Amendment, Election of Rajya Sabha members.
Important Questions for Upcoming Examinations:
Question: From which country has the process of 'Constitutional Amendment' been borrowed?
Answer: South Africa (Article 368).
Question: From where has the provision for 'Single Citizenship' in the Indian Constitution been borrowed?
Answer: Britain.
Question: The 'Language of the Preamble' is influenced by the Constitution of which country?
Answer: Australia.