Article 1 – Constitution of India 

Article 1 – Constitution of India 

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Article 1 – Name and territory of the Union

Bare Act Text

(1) India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States.

(2) The States and the territories thereof shall be as specified in the First Schedule.

(3) The territory of India shall comprise—

• (a) the territories of the States;
• (b) the Union territories specified in the First Schedule; and
• (c) such other territories as may be acquired.

Explanation in Simple Language

This Article declares the name of the country and describes what constitutes the territory of India.

Illustrations

Any territory lawfully acquired by India becomes part of its territory.

Important Case Laws

• State of West Bengal v. Union of India

Practical Notes

The use of the term “Union” indicates indestructibility of India.

FAQs

Q. Can a State secede from India?
A. No.

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