The textbook explores key concepts related to the Indian Constitution, parliamentary system, judiciary, social justice, and the role of government, making it an essential resource for Class 8 students.
The textbook covers five units: The Indian Constitution and Secularism, Parliament and the Making of Laws, The Judiciary, Social Justice and the Marginalised, and Economic Presence of the Government.
The textbook examines the concept of secularism, highlighting its importance in safeguarding citizens' rights and promoting religious tolerance in India's diverse cultural landscape.
The textbook explains how laws are proposed, debated, and enacted in the Indian Parliament, highlighting the role of elected representatives in the legislative branch of government.
The textbook delves into the challenges faced by marginalized communities and explores strategies for promoting inclusivity and equality.
The Constitution is the supreme law of the land, and its ideals are reflected in fundamental rights, which are enshrined in the Constitution to protect citizens' rights.
The textbook highlights the main features of the parliamentary form of government, including accountability of the government to the parliament and the role of the President, PM, and the Council of Ministers.
The textbook explores the role of the judiciary in interpreting laws, resolving disputes, and upholding justice, tracing a case from the lower to the higher courts.
The textbook clarifies the difference between the roles of the police and that of the courts, including the role of the Public Prosecutor and the implications of an FIR.
The textbook explains the concept of marginalized groups, highlighting the forms of social inequality and the implications of social inequalities on economic inequalities.