Constitutional Values, Obligations & The Directive Principles of State Policy
The School of Business & Management (BBA), CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus – ‘The Hub of Analytics’, organized an awareness session titled “Constitutional Values, Obligations & The Directive Principles of State Policy” on 11th February 2026 from 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM at BBA Classroom No. 2313. The session was conducted for the First Year BBA Honours students with the objective of strengthening students’ understanding of constitutional responsibilities and civic values.
The session was delivered by Ms. Shaily Jain, Assistant Professor, School of Law, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus. The event was coordinated by Dr. Shine Raju Kappil, School of Business & Management. More than 30 students actively participated in the session.
The primary aim of the programme was to create awareness about the foundational principles enshrined in the Constitution of India and to sensitize students about their role as responsible citizens. Ms. Jain began the session with an overview of the historical background of the Indian Constitution, highlighting its significance as a living document that guides the democratic framework of the nation. She emphasized that constitutional values are not merely legal provisions but ethical commitments that shape the social, political, and economic fabric of the countryThe discussion focused on key constitutional values such as justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity as reflected in the Preamble. Students were encouraged to interpret these values in the context of contemporary society and understand their relevance in everyday life. The speaker elaborated on the Fundamental Duties of citizens under Article 51A, explaining how duties complement fundamental rights and ensure responsible participation in democratic processes.
A significant portion of the session was dedicated to the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP). Ms. Jain explained their role in guiding the State in policy formulation and governance. She discussed important directives related to social justice, equitable distribution of resources, environmental protection, promotion of education, and welfare of marginalized sections. The session highlighted how DPSPs, though non-justiciable, serve as essential guidelines for achieving socio-economic democracy and inclusive development.
The session was interactive, with students raising questions regarding the practical implementation of constitutional provisions and their applicability in business and management contexts. The discussion also connected constitutional values with ethical leadership, corporate responsibility, and sustainable development—areas particularly relevant to management students. Real-life examples and case references were used to enhance clarity and engagement.
The programme successfully achieved its objective of fostering constitutional awareness among students. It reinforced the importance of aligning professional aspirations with civic responsibility and ethical conduct. The session concluded with a note of appreciation to Ms. Shaily Jain for her insightful presentation and to the students for their active participation.The event proved to be informative and impactful, contributing to the holistic development of students by nurturing informed, responsible, and value-driven future professionals.
The session was widely appreciated by participants, who described it as good, informative, and engaging. Ms. Shaily Jain received positive feedback for her clarity, subject knowledge, and ability to make a potentially complex topic interesting and relatable. Students suggested incorporating more interactive elements and real-life case studies in future sessions to enhance engagement. There was also a request to organize more such sessions with extended duration to facilitate deeper understanding and learning.




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