A Workshop on Understanding the Constitution for Social Change | |
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This workshop emerges from the need to equip people interested in social development, nation-building, and social justice, and anyone who seeks to engage with a deeper understanding of the Indian constitution. Given the evolving political and social landscape in India, constitutional knowledge is essential for effectively navigating issues of rights, governance, and equality. | |
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Who is this workshop for? | |
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- Young professionals working in the social sector, especially those engaged in rights-based activism, social justice movements, or community development.
- Youth who have exposure to a basic understanding of Indian governance but a desire to deepen their engagement with constitutional law, institutions, and the democratic process.
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What is the workshop about? | |
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- How did the Indian Constitution come into being, and what historical forces shaped it? What lies at the heart of the Constitution as its basic principles and values in the Preamble?
- What role do constitutional institutions (the Election Commission, the judiciary) play in ensuring democratic governance?
- What are the rights of citizens, and how can the Constitution and its principles be applied to present-day issues of equality, justice, anti-discrimination, and citizenship?
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Methodology of the Workshop: | |
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1. Case Law Discussions: Participants will be presented with facts of real cases to discuss in groups, followed by a deeper dive into constitutional values, rights, the law, and court rulings. | |
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2. Creative Engagement: Using videos, poetry, and storytelling to make the Constitution accessible and relatable. | |
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Language: Sessions will primarily be conducted in Hindi and English | |
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About the Facilitator(s): Poorna Ravishankar, Saba Kohli Dave, Mohammad Nawaz, Deepa Pawar & Paras Banjara. | |
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