This short course offers a comprehensive introduction to Constitutional Law, with a special focus on the Indian Constitution its philosophy, structure, and foundational principles.
Whether you're a law student, a competitive exam aspirant (CLAT, AILET, etc.), or even a curious learner interested in how Indian democracy works, this course is designed to make complex legal concepts clear, accessible, and relevant.
By combining legal theory with landmark judgments and practical examples, the course helps you understand the real-world application of constitutional values and the evolving role of the judiciary in modern India.
Course Structure:
Module 1: Understanding the Constitution
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Historical evolution & making of the Constitution
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Preamble: Philosophy, ideals & interpretation
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Salient features of the Indian Constitution
Module 2: Fundamental Rights and Duties
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Fundamental Rights (Articles 12–35): Scope and limitations
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Fundamental Duties under Article 51A
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Key Judgments: Kesavananda Bharati, Maneka Gandhi, Shreya Singhal
Module 3: Directive Principles & Federal Structure
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Nature and significance of DPSPs
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Comparison with Fundamental Rights
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Centre-State Relations: Legislative, administrative, and financial
Module 4: Constitutional Machinery & Judicial Review
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Powers and functions of constitutional bodies: President, PM, Parliament, Judiciary, CAG, EC
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Judicial Review & Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
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Basic Structure Doctrine and landmark amendments
✅ Key Takeaways:
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Solid grasp of constitutional concepts & doctrines
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Legal reasoning through landmark case analysis
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Preparation support for exams & interviews