How many members of the Constituent Assembly signed the Constitution passed on 26 November 1949?

Appeared in: Raj. CHO -2025

Explanation

The question asks for the specific number of members who signed the Constitution on November 26, 1949.
On the day of the final passing of the Constitution, 284 out of the total 299 members were present and appended their signatures to the document.
This event marked the adoption of the Constitution, which came into effect on January 26, 1950.

Option A: 299 was the total strength of the Constituent Assembly after the partition of India and the withdrawal of members from the Muslim League.
Option B: 389 was the original total strength of the Constituent Assembly as constituted in 1946 under the Cabinet Mission Plan, before the partition of India.
Option C: The number 288 is not a significant figure in the context of the Constituent Assembly's membership or the signing of the Constitution.

Visual 1: Infographic: Timeline of the Indian Constituent Assembly, showing the change in membership from 389 (pre-partition) to 299 (post-partition) and finally the 284 signatories.
Visual 2: Image: A photograph of the members of the Constituent Assembly signing the Constitution of India.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain History of the Indian Constitution as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
General Awareness: For nursing professionals, having a basic understanding of civics and the history of the nation's governance is part of being an informed citizen.
Legal Framework: The Constitution is the source of all laws in India, including those that govern healthcare and patients' rights. A nurse's role as a patient advocate is indirectly rooted in the fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution.
What if?: If the question had asked when the Constitution came into force, the answer would be January 26, 1950, which is celebrated as Republic Day, not November 26, 1949 (Constitution Day).

How to Approach the Question

Identify the keywords in the question: 'Constituent Assembly', 'signed', and the date '26 November 1949'.
This is a factual recall question from Indian Polity/History. It requires knowledge of specific numbers related to the Constituent Assembly.
Recall the different figures associated with the Assembly: the initial strength (389), the post-partition strength (299), and the number of signatories (284).
Differentiate between these figures. The question specifically asks for the number who 'signed' the constitution on the final day.
Eliminate the incorrect options: 389 (original strength) and 299 (post-partition strength).
Select the correct figure for the number of members present and signing, which is 284.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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