Question

Examine the role of Congress party in making of the Constituent Assembly.

Answer 1

1. Congress controlled the Constituent Assembly.
2. Congress accounted for 82% of the members.
3. Congressmen disagreed on important matters.
4. Congressmen Jawahar Lal Nehru, Vallabh Bhai Patel, and Rajendra Prasad were significant contributors to the Constituent Assembly.
5. Nehru introduced the “tri-color national flag” and the “objective resolution.”
6. Patel was crucial in creating reports and balancing opinions.
7. The Assembly was presided over by Dr. Prasad.
8. The Drafting Committee was chaired by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. Important contributions were provided by KM Munshi and Alladi Krishnaswamy Aiyar.
9. The public’s opinions also had an impact on the Constituent Assembly’s discussions.