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27 November 2015, 17:50 PM
In a rare gesture, the Bharatiya Janata Party leader praises Jawaharlala Nehru, India`s first prime minister, for his role in the Constituent Assembly. Modi cites an incident when socialist leader Ram Manohar Lohia quoted statistics to tell Nehru that his government`s policy was wrong. "Nehru said I cannot refute your statistics," tells Modi, adding "He (Nehru) showed greatness."
27 November 2015, 17:14 PM
Many great personalities have played a role in the formation of this country and this should be accepted, says PM Modi.
27 November 2015, 17:13 PM
The PM describes Ambedkar as one of the great people of the country who helped draft such a "perfect constitution" which, after so many years, still fits the bill. "It ensures dignity for every individual and unity for the country," he said.
27 November 2015, 17:11 PM
India was not made by 'maharajas' but by common people and all the governments since Independence in 1947: PM
27 November 2015, 17:09 PM
The government suggests that there should be online competition with regards to Constitution: PM Modi
27 November 2015, 20:27 PM
The Congress party leaders will be discussing within their own party. There would be after sometime a fresh contact between the government and them to discuss this subject further after they have discussed within the party and we have also considered the position that they have taken to us: Jaitley
27 November 2015, 20:26 PM
With regards to Goods and Service Tax Bill, the PM discussed the subject with the Congress leaders. Congress raised three key concerns over the current GST Bill. The history and the background of the legislation and the government's response to these issues in detail were also explained to them, says Arun Jaitley.
27 November 2015, 20:26 PM
The honourable PM had invited former prime minister Dr Manmohan Singh and Congress president Sonia Ganhi for a discussion on issues pending before Parliament: Finance Minister Arun Jaitley
27 November 2015, 18:10 PM
The Lok Sabha affirms its commitment to the principles and ideals of the Constitution and resolves to uphold its sanctity and supremacy. In a resolution moved by Speaker Sumitra Mahajan, the House also says that it respected the Constitutional institutions their freedom and authority.
27 November 2015, 19:56 PM
Congress president Sonia Gandhi and Dr Manmohan Singh's meeting with PM Narendra Modi ends.
27 November 2015, 19:35 PM
Former PM Dr. Manmohan Singh & Congress President Smt. Sonia Gandhi meet PM. Top ministers are present at the meet. pic.twitter.com/LZlpUVQf0k
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) November 27, 2015
27 November 2015, 19:05 PM
Congress president Sonia Gandhi, former prime minister Manmohan Singh arrive at 7, Race Course Road to discuss GST Bill with PM Narendra Modi.
27 November 2015, 18:05 PM
The PM underlines that the 'Idea of India' is reflected by the aspects like 'Ahinsa Parmo Dharma` (non-violence is supreme duty), 'Sarv Dharma Sambhav' (equal respect to all religions) and 'Vasudev Kutumbakam' (entire world is a family).
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27 November 2015, 17:33 PM
Preserving the sanctity of the Constitution is the responsibility of all of us. The government may be formed on the basis of majority but decisions have to be taken on the basis of consensus. There should be consensus, at least efforts should be made for consensus. And if these fail, then the issue of majority-minority would come in. In this House, we are not going to force any decision but make efforts for consensus... If nothing helps then the ultimate is majority-minority: PM Modi in Lok Sabha
27 November 2015, 17:33 PM
The purpose of the Constitution is not only to define three organs of the State, but also limit their authority: PM Modi
27 November 2015, 18:03 PM
'India First' only religion of government and the Constitution its only scripture: PM Modi
27 November 2015, 18:06 PM
PM Narendra Modi concludes the debate on the Constitution.
27 November 2015, 17:57 PM
Giving opportunity is our responsibility. If a part of a body is paralysed, the body cannot be termed as healthy: PM Modi
27 November 2015, 17:35 PM
PM Modi quotes former Chief Justice of India Justice Gajendra Gadkar as saying: "The Commission believes that, in a democratic country like India which is governed by a written Constitution, supremacy can be legitimately claimed only by the Constitution. It is the Constitution which is paramount, which is the law of laws, which confers on Parliament and the State Legislatures, the Executive and the Judiciary their respective powers, assigns to them their respective functions, and prescribes limitations within which the said powers and functions can be legitimately discharged."
27 November 2015, 17:07 PM
It is the demand of time that we make people aware of the sanctity and strength of our Constitution: PM Modi
27 November 2015, 17:22 PM
BR Ambedkar is being quoted by every political establishment. Each school of thought stands by what he said: PM Modi
27 November 2015, 17:25 PM
It was the height of Ambedkar`s personality that he bore all humiliation but there was no sense of revenge in him; no sense of revenge is reflected in the Constitution: PM Modi
27 November 2015, 17:19 PM
If the Constitution simply becomes a document to be followed by the government to run Parliament, democracy will suffer, says PM Narendra Modi.
27 November 2015, 17:18 PM
PM Modi appreciates the efforts of makers of the Constitution, says writing the Constitution of a diverse country like India must have been "really challenging" as people of different beliefs and habits lived in the country. Even today if a law is made after much deliberation, it is never perfect and has to come up for amendment in the very next session of the Parliament, says the PM.
27 November 2015, 17:10 PM
I have said from the Red Fort (in Independence Day address) and I am repeating that all previous governments and former Prime Ministers have made efforts and have contributed in making the country great. Hard work of many leaders has gone into shaping India. States also have played a role...There may be complaints that some governments have done less but nobody can that previous governments have done nothing: PM Modi
27 November 2015, 17:08 PM
Constitution has the power to bind and promote entire diversity that India represents, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Lok Sabha.
27 November 2015, 17:04 PM
I thank everyone for the interest shown in the Constitution debate and the support it got. Some people have this misconception, maybe out of habit, that the PM will respond to everything in the end. I don't agree with this. I am just like any other member here and as they have expressed their views on the subject, I am putting forth mine: Modi in Parliament
27 November 2015, 17:06 PM
Today's topic of discussion is not about 'I' and 'You', it is about 'We', says PM Narendra Modi. The PM adds: "26 November is a historical occasion and our intention is not to downplay the importance of January 26. We celebrate January 26 because of November 26."
27 November 2015, 17:01 PM
PM Narendra Modi appreciates the efforts of Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan, says "I believe your speech will be an inspirational document in parliamentary history. I congratulate you".
27 November 2015, 17:00 PM
PM Narendra Modi begins speaking during a discussion on commitment to the Constitution as part of 125th birth anniversary celebrations of Bhim Rao Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Constitution.
27 November 2015, 16:38 PM
Idea of 'India' under threat from ruling NDA government, says AIMIM's Asaduddin Owaisi.
27 November 2015, 16:32 PM
No one has the right to tell anyone to go to Pakistan, Indian Muslims consciously rejected the two-nation theory - Mehbooba Mufti
27 November 2015, 16:31 PM
India is the most tolerant society, that is why everyone has been living together for so many years, says PDP leader Mehbooba Mufti.
27 November 2015, 15:35 PM
Baba Saheb Ambedkar had said that the Aryan invasion theory is so absurd that it ought to be dead long ago - Smriti Irani
27 November 2015, 15:30 PM
Baba Saheb Ambedkar's desire to ensure that democratic institutions work best when decentralized is reflected in the Constitution, says Smriti Irani.
27 November 2015, 12:55 PM
A tree laden with fruits should bend towards the ground, and not stand in ego looking towards the sky - Azad
27 November 2015, 13:00 PM
Azad has concluded his speech. The Rajya Sabha has now been adjourned till 2.30 pm.
27 November 2015, 12:59 PM
We support death for the attackers of Parliament. We appreciate that. But we will also appreciate when action is taken against perpetrators of Samjhauta Express attack, Malegaon blast etc - Azad
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27 November 2015, 12:57 PM
Whether terrorists were from outside or inside, we have faced them the most - Azad
27 November 2015, 12:47 PM
Azad points out that the notification to celebrate Constitution Day was issued by wrong ministry and department. Jaitley responds by saying, 'why is there a grudging feeling on Ambedkar'?
27 November 2015, 12:50 PM
You can talk about Germany's dictator Hitler during discussion on Ambedkar and Constitution, but we can't talk about our first PM Pandit Nehru. This is intolerance. - Azad
27 November 2015, 12:46 PM
Intolerance grows from top & percolates down.That you talk about preamble of constitution & not talk about Pt Nehru's contribution: GN Azad
— ANI (@ANI_news) November 27, 2015
27 November 2015, 12:42 PM
Most of the Constitution came into force on January 26, 1950 and not on November 26, 1949 - Azad
27 November 2015, 12:40 PM
This government is trying to rewrite history, we all know - Azad
27 November 2015, 12:39 PM
From where did the November 26 date come to celebrate Constitution Day. It is neither Independence Day nor Republic Day - Azad
27 November 2015, 12:37 PM
Preamble of the Constitution starts with Pandit Nehru's 'objectives' and you are not taking his name? - Azad
27 November 2015, 12:36 PM
How can it happen that the Parliament is debating Constitution but there is no mention of Pandit Nehru and the resolution of objectives of the Constitution by him. This is called intolerance - Azad
27 November 2015, 12:24 PM
BJP is still following the policy of the Britishers to 'divide and rule' - Azad
27 November 2015, 12:23 PM
Even after their deaths, attempts are being made to make Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, Netaji Subash Chandra Bose and Sardar Patel fight, for the sake of politics. Probably because they didn't have any leader of their own - Azad
27 November 2015, 12:25 PM
Government is willing to discuss all issues including so-called intolerance. We've nothing to hide, we ready to place everything before people, says Venkaiah Naidu in Lok Sabha.
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