Describe any five salient features of the Constitution of India.

The Indian Constitution is unique in its contents and spirits.

The salient features of the constitution are:

1. Lengthiest Written Constitution: It is very comprehensive, elaborative. Originally it consisted of 395 Articles.

2. It is drawn from various sources: Some features of the constitution are borrowed from various other countries. The structure is mainly derived from the Government of India Act, 1935.

3. Parliamentary form of government: The government is formed based on majority party rule. There is coordination between the executive and legislative organs.

4. Federal System: There are two governments one at the Centre and another at the consecutive state units, but the Centre is vested with more powers.

5. Fundamental Rights: There are six Fundamental Rights like Right to equality, Freedom, etc. No institution or state can deny these rights to the citizens.

6. Secular State: There is no national language or religion, every religion is treated equally. The Constitution prohibits discrimination on the grounds of religion.