Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer: List–I (Items in the Indian Constitution) List–II (Country from which it was derived A. Directive Principles of State Policy 1. Australia B. Fundamental Right 2. Canada C. Concurrent List in Union-State Relations 3. Ireland D. India as a Union of States with greater powers to the Union 4. United Kingdom 5. United States of America Codes:

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Correct answer: A-3, B-5, C-1, D-2. The Indian Constitution is a unique blend of influences from various countries, incorporating their best practices into its framework.  Directive Principles of State Policy were inspired by Ireland. The Irish Constitution provided the model for including socio-economic rights in the form of guiding principles for state policy.  Fundamental Rights were borrowed from the United States of America. The American Bill of Rights served as the inspiration for ensuring basic human rights in India.  The Concurrent List in Union-State Relations was influenced by Australia, reflecting their federal structure.  The concept of India as a Union of States with greater powers to the Union was derived from Canada, which has a strong federal system with residual powers vested in the central government. List–I (Items in the Indian Constitution) List–II (Country from which it was derived Parliamentary System of Government United Kingdom President as Supreme Commander of Armed Forces United States of America Procedure for Amendment of the Constitution South Africa E

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