Following is the Constitution of the Aam Aadmi Party as amended by National Council up to 28th January 2021:
Constitution – Aam Aadmi Party Bihar (Draft Content)
About Our Constitution
The Aam Aadmi Party Bihar is guided by the same core Constitution as the national Aam Aadmi Party. This constitution outlines our values, organizational structure, internal processes, and guiding principles for membership, leadership, discipline, and party governance. The version we follow is as amended up to 28 January 2021. aam admi party
Key Features of the AAP Constitution
Here are some of the most important provisions and principles from the AAP constitution:
- Name and Objectives
- The party is officially named Aam Aadmi Party. aam admi party
- The objectives include restoring power to the people, promoting social equality, and upholding the Indian Constitution. aam admi party
- AAP pledges to combat corruption, and to work for economic, social, and political justice for all citizens. aam admi party
- Membership
- Any Indian citizen aged 18 or above who subscribes to the party’s objectives is eligible to join. aam admi party+1
- Members must not belong to any other political party registered with the Election Commission of India. aam admi party
- There is a code of conduct; membership can be denied or revoked under certain conditions. aam admi party
- Organizational Structure
- The party structure is divided into multiple levels: Primary Units, Block, District, State, and National. archive.aamaadmiparty.org
- At the national level, there is a National Council, a National Executive, and a National Political Affairs Committee. archive.aamaadmiparty.org
- The National Council has the power to amend the constitution, elect National Executive, and decide party policy. archive.aamaadmiparty.org
- Office Bearers
- The constitution defines roles and terms for office bearers at different levels (state, district, national). aam admi party
- There are rules for election, term limits, and removal of office-bearers. aam admi party
- Discipline and Dispute Resolution
- AAP’s constitution includes a Code of Conduct for members. aam admi party
- There is a formal mechanism for dispute resolution within the party. aam admi party
- Funds and Accounts
- The constitution mandates transparent accounting of party funds. aam admi party
- Contributions, donations, and internal finances must follow standardized processes. aam admi party
- Amendments
- The constitution provides a formal process for amendments. aam admi party
- Amendments are approved by the National Council. aam admi party
- Merger or Dissolution
- Provisions exist for merging with another party, splitting, or dissolving the party. aam admi party
- A formal process must be followed for any such major organizational changes. aam admi party
- Interpretation and Miscellaneous
- The constitution outlines how to interpret its articles. aam admi party
- Miscellaneous provisions cover various administrative, legal, and organizational matters. aam admi party
Why This Constitution Matters for AAP Bihar
- Democratic Organisation: The constitution ensures decision-making through defined bodies and elected representatives.
- Accountability: Members and leaders are bound by a code of conduct and financial transparency.
- Stability and Growth: The structured amendment process allows the party to evolve while maintaining core principles.
- Inclusion: Through multiple levels (ward, block, district, state, national), the party remains grassroots-driven.
Download & Reference
- You can download the full AAP Constitution (as amended up to 28 January 2021) in PDF format from the Aam Aadmi Party’s website. aam admi party+1
- For official contact or clarification about the constitution, AAP’s national office address is: 1, Pandit Ravi Shankar Shukla Lane (1-Canning Lane), New Delhi – 110001. aam admi party