The chapter “Constitutional Design” in the UP Board Class 9th Social Science Book (Political Science) explains how the Indian Constitution was created to build a democratic nation after independence. It introduces students to the Constituent Assembly, which was responsible for drafting the Constitution under the leadership of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar.
Students learn about the Preamble, which outlines the ideals of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity, and how experiences from other nations like South Africa influenced India’s constitutional framework. The chapter also highlights the importance of fundamental rights, democratic values, and the vision of a sovereign, socialist, secular, and democratic republic.
Aligned with the UP Board syllabus, this chapter helps students appreciate the efforts of the Constitution’s makers. It encourages respect for the Constitution as the foundation of India’s democracy and a guiding document for citizens’ rights and responsibilities.