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𝗦𝗶𝗿 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗮𝘂 – 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗣𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮’𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
Sir Benegal Narsing Rau (commonly known as B. N. Rau) was a distinguished Indian civil servant, jurist, scholar, and diplomat whose meticulous legal mind laid the foundational blueprint for the #Constitution of India. Although his name isn’t as widely celebrated in public memory as some other leaders, his contribution to India’s constitutional history is both profound and indispensable.
Early Life & Education
Born in 1887 in Mangalore (then part of British India), Rau came from a family with strong educational roots.
He graduated with top honours from Presidency College, Madras, and later continued his studies at Trinity College, Cambridge, where his brilliance was widely recognised.
During his time in Cambridge, his contemporary Jawaharlal Nehru described him in a letter back home as “frightfully clever.”
Career in the Indian Civil Service
Rau joined the Indian Civil Service (ICS) in 1910, at a time when very few Indians successfully passed this rigorous examination.
He served in various judicial and administrative roles, developing deep expertise in law and governance. His ability to shape legislation and statutory frameworks came to the fore over decades of service.
In recognition of his contributions, he was knighted by the British government in 1938.
Constitutional Adviser to India’s Constituent Assembly
When India attained independence in 1947, the newly formed Constituent Assembly needed a working draft of the Constitution to begin its deliberations. Although not a member of the Assembly itself, Rau was appointed Constitutional Adviser on 29 August 1947.
Drawing on exhaustive study and comparative research, Rau travelled to the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Ireland to consult constitutional experts and judges, gathering global precedents to inform #IndianConstitution.
In just about eight weeks, he prepared the first full draft of the Indian Constitution by October 1947, containing over 240 articles and 13 schedules. This draft provided the structural foundation for subsequent work by the Drafting Committee.
Role in Shaping Key Constitutional Concepts -Rau’s draft didn’t just compile provisions; it also influenced enduring constitutional principles. For instance: He advocated that fundamental rights should be enforceable, so citizens could approach the Supreme Court – a principle that later became Article 32, often called the “heart of the Constitution.”
After discussions with U.S. jurists, he recommended replacing the phrase “due process of law” with “procedure established by law”, which shaped how India’s judiciary relates to legislative power.
Although the Drafting Committee chaired by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar would further refine, expand, and transform Rau’s draft over nearly three years of debate and deliberation, Ambedkar himself acknowledged Rau’s foundational contribution in the Constituent Assembly.
Later Life and Legacy
After the Constitution was adopted in 1949, Rau continued his distinguished career on the global stage. He served as India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations and later became a judge at the Permanent Court of International Justice at The Hague, one of the highest judicial positions held by any Indian.
He passed away in 1953, but his legacy remains embedded in the very architecture of India’s constitutional democracy. Despite being less well remembered than some of his contemporaries, historians recognize his crucial role in shaping the foundation of modern India’s legal and political framework.
#UnsungHero #ForgottenArchitect
#ConstitutionOfIndia #BNRau
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We pray J&K is free of violence sooner. How many times UHM has said terrorism is breathing its last breaths.Creating DelusionOfGrandeur is hall mark of ModiShah Govt.With terror encounters lasting 4 weeks we hope he knows what is happening on terror front. dailyexcelsior.com/jk-will-be-fre…
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Omar,“The Rs 3,000 crore that we are taking today will not even be worth Rs 100 crore after 50 years”. Muslims of JK- perhaps best looked after Muslims in d world. Ahead in most of d Developmental parameters,yet separatism flourishes amongst them in JK. greaterkashmir.com/jammu/cm-omar-…
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@AdityaRajKaul India must extra careful and cautious while dealing with US. Burnt child dreads of a milk.
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@chrungooaj BJP copied almost all the policies of congress which they failed to implement. BJP put those policies on ground in letter and spirit,befooling hindus and telling them they are their Welsishers is biggest irony of times. BJP and congress both areM. appeasers
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@sanjayraina909 Budget covers all except General category. This is Irony of time. UGC has exposed the Modi govts. intention on Sab ka saath Sab ka vikas.
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Heartiest congratulations to our star astrologer who does plainspeak without IFs and Buts! The best part is she doesn't dwell into politics; just predicts like a serious professional.
Highly recommended for those who believe and have trust in this field of science.
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@chrungooaj By introducing UGC rules BJP has dug it's own grave. BJP is on the path of self Immolation. for last twelve years in power has made top leadership of BJP as narcissist and self esteeming knowing little that stage is set to kick them out for their follies.
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@chrungooaj Modi govt. is tourism ambassador of Jammu and Kashmir. Appeasement of Kashmiri Muslims on top but without any dividend. Govt. Of India had poured billions of dollars since independence but yet to convert even single Kashmiri muslim a nationalist. P. Paralysis
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Promoting tourism in Jammu has not been a priority for Modi Government. Diverting or promoting pilgrims tourists coming to visit Mata Vaishno Devi shrine to visit Kashmir constitutes d core of its policy. GoI is a tourist agent for Kashmir. dailyexcelsior.com/jammu-ropeway-…
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@JaipurDialogues These egocentric idiots still live in fools paradise. No lesson is learn't by them. Must be kicked out of the public life.
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@chrungooaj Inaction and arrogance of the modi govt. is at its pinnacle. Modi fully exploited the Hindus to the hilt as hindus have no alternative to vote for.Now UGC and other failures are surfing and the veto given to them is likely to be withdrawn.
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