The Alterations of the Indian Government

Hope for a new, free India

The government of India has transformed greatly compared to the old control. The amount of equality and freedom has improved for the benefit of all citizens. In 1947, Nehru became the prime minister for the commanding government. In 1949, B. R. Ambedkar—the Minister of Law in the cabinet helped write the constitution, which was ratified on January 26, 1950. The ideals of the constitution promoted justice, freedom, and equality. For example, freedom of speech was allowed in India and the “untouchable” of the Caste System was put to an end. The constitution also changed the government to a parliament, which joined forces with the Indian Republic, also referred to as regional state governments. The Parliament, or central government, was divided into two separate houses. The Lok Sabha (People’s Assembly) was the lower of the two, has about 550 representatives. The other house was known as the Rajya Sabha (states’ assembly) has about 250 members. And with the constitution, the ‘Untouchables’ have reserved seats. Also, the constitution allows all male and females above the age of 18 to vote. The modifications to the government were able to help India to a great extent, letting all citizens have more independence and rightfulness. The secular government has some regulations on the citizens for cultural reasons. In India, Hinduism is a way of life, being the most common religion, with 80% of the population practicing it. The secularism rules accept practicing of: Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism and other religions. Because Hinduism is so important in India, many discriminate against Islam, and it is not advocated in India. The Muslim living in India are often isolated from the others because their ideological differences and beliefs.