Article 46 of the Constitution of India refers to the promotion of edu

Article 46 of the Constitution of India refers to the promotion of educational and economic interests of

[amp_mcq option1=”religious minorities.” option2=”Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and other weaker sections.” option3=”displaced persons from large irrigation projects.” option4=”the economically deprived.” correct=”option2″]

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Article 46 of the Constitution of India directs the State to promote the educational and economic interests of the weaker sections of the people, particularly Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.

This article falls under the Directive Principles of State Policy and specifically mandates the State to protect these groups from social injustice and all forms of exploitation.

The Directive Principles of State Policy (Articles 36-51) are guidelines to the central and state governments for enacting laws and policies. Article 46 is a crucial provision reflecting the commitment of the Indian state to uplift historically disadvantaged communities and ensure social equity. While religious minorities and the economically deprived also need state support, Article 46 explicitly names Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and “other weaker sections”.

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