Directive Principles of State Policy

11. The provision for a Uniform Civil Code exists in which of the followin

The provision for a Uniform Civil Code exists in which of the following parts of the Constitution of India ?

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Fundamental Rights
Directive Principles of State Policy
Citizenship
Fundamental Duties
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The correct answer is Directive Principles of State Policy.
The provision for a Uniform Civil Code is enshrined in Article 44 of the Constitution of India. Article 44 falls under Part IV of the Constitution, which deals with the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP).
Directive Principles of State Policy are guidelines or principles to be kept in mind by the State while framing laws and policies. They are non-justiciable, meaning they cannot be enforced by courts, but are considered fundamental in the governance of the country. Fundamental Rights (Part III) are justiciable rights of citizens. Citizenship (Part II) deals with matters of citizenship. Fundamental Duties (Part IVA) list the duties of citizens.

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12. Under the Indian Constitution, concentration of wealth violates

Under the Indian Constitution, concentration of wealth violates

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the Right to Equality
the Directive Principles of State Policy
the Right to Freedom
the Concept of Welfare
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Option B is the correct answer. Under the Indian Constitution, the directive principle related to the concentration of wealth is found in the Directive Principles of State Policy (Part IV).
Article 39(c) of the Constitution states that the State shall direct its policy towards securing “that the operation of the economic system does not result in the concentration of wealth and means of production to the common detriment”. This is a non-justiciable directive principle guiding the state.
The Right to Equality (Articles 14-18) and the Right to Freedom (Articles 19-22) are Fundamental Rights dealing with individual liberties and non-discrimination. While the concept of Welfare is related to DPSP, the specific provision addressing concentration of wealth is explicitly mentioned within the DPSP under Article 39(c).

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13. In India, separation of judiciary from the executive is enjoined by

In India, separation of judiciary from the executive is enjoined by

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the Preamble of the Constitution
a Directive Principle of State Policy
the Seventh Schedule
the conventional practice
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The separation of judiciary from the executive in India is mandated by Article 50 of the Constitution. Article 50 states: “The State shall take steps to separate the judiciary from the executive in the public services of the State.” This provision is contained in Part IV of the Constitution, which deals with the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs). While not legally enforceable, this principle guides the State in its governance and lawmaking.
A) The Preamble: Contains ideals but not specific mandates for separation of powers.
B) A Directive Principle of State Policy: Article 50 is a DPSP.
C) The Seventh Schedule: Deals with the distribution of legislative powers between the Union and States.
D) The conventional practice: While separation is practiced, it is based on the constitutional directive in Article 50 and judicial pronouncements, not merely convention.
– Article 50 mandates the separation of the judiciary from the executive.
– Article 50 is a Directive Principle of State Policy.
Historically, under British rule, there was a considerable overlap between executive and judicial functions, particularly at the district level (e.g., District Magistrate exercising both executive and judicial powers). Article 50 aims to achieve complete separation to ensure the independence of the judiciary, which has been implemented over time by various state governments.

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14. With reference to the provisions contained in Part IV of the Constitut

With reference to the provisions contained in Part IV of the Constitution of India, which of the following statements is/are correct?

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  • 1. They shall be enforceable by courts.
  • 2. They shall not be enforceable by any court.
  • 3. The principles laid down in this part are to influence the making of laws by the State.

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1 only
2 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
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Part IV of the Constitution of India contains the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs). Article 37, which is part of Part IV, explicitly states that “The provisions contained in this Part shall not be enforceable by any court, but the principles therein laid down are nevertheless fundamental in the governance of the country and it shall be the duty of the State to apply these principles in making laws.”
Statement 1 is incorrect because DPSPs are not enforceable by courts.
Statement 2 is correct because Article 37 states that DPSPs are not enforceable by any court.
Statement 3 is correct because Article 37 states that these principles are fundamental in governance and the State has a duty to apply them in making laws, meaning they influence lawmaking.
Therefore, statements 2 and 3 are correct.
– DPSPs are in Part IV of the Constitution.
– DPSPs are non-justiciable (not enforceable by courts).
– DPSPs are guiding principles for the State in making laws and governance.
While DPSPs are not legally enforceable, courts have sometimes used them in interpreting Fundamental Rights or other constitutional provisions. The judiciary has also emphasized the importance of balancing Fundamental Rights and DPSPs, recognizing that both are essential for the welfare state envisioned by the Constitution. The State is morally and politically bound to implement DPSPs through legislation.

15. Which part of the Constitution of India declares the ideal of Welfare

Which part of the Constitution of India declares the ideal of Welfare State?

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Directive Principles of State Policy
Fundamental Rights
Preamble
Seventh Schedule
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The correct answer is A) Directive Principles of State Policy.
The ideal of a Welfare State is enshrined in the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP), contained in Part IV of the Constitution of India. These principles are not enforceable by courts but guide the state in making laws and policies.
Articles like 38, 39, 41, 42, 43, 46, etc., lay down various objectives for the state to pursue to promote the welfare of the people by securing a social order based on justice (social, economic, and political), ensuring adequate means of livelihood, fair distribution of wealth, right to work, education, public assistance, just and humane conditions of work, living wage, promotion of educational and economic interests of weaker sections, etc. These principles collectively aim at establishing a welfare state.
While the Preamble speaks of ‘Justice – social, economic and political’ and ‘Equality of status and of opportunity’, setting the broad goals, the DPSP provide concrete guidelines and objectives for the state to move towards realizing these goals and establishing a welfare state. Fundamental Rights primarily focus on negative obligations of the state (restrictions on the state), protecting individual liberties. The Seventh Schedule deals with the distribution of legislative powers between the Union and States.

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16. Consider the following statements: With reference to the Constitution

Consider the following statements:
With reference to the Constitution of India, the Directive Principles of State Policy constitute limitations upon

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  • 1. legislative function.
  • 2. executive function.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

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1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
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The correct answer is D, stating that neither statement 1 nor statement 2 is correct regarding DPSPs as limitations.
Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs) are guiding principles for the state (both legislative and executive) to follow in the governance of the country. They are aspirational goals aimed at establishing a welfare state.
Unlike Fundamental Rights, which are enforceable by courts and act as limitations on the power of the state, DPSPs are non-justiciable. They are not legally binding constraints on legislative or executive functions. Instead, they serve as positive instructions or recommendations to the state organs to be considered while making laws and implementing policies. Therefore, they do not constitute *limitations* in the legal sense.

17. Which principle among the following was added to the Directive Princip

Which principle among the following was added to the Directive Principles of State Policy by the 42nd Amendment to the Constitution ?

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Equal pay for equal work for both men and women
Participation of workers in the management of industries
Right to work, education and public assistance
Securing living wage and human conditions of work to workers
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The correct option is B) Participation of workers in the management of industries.
– The 42nd Amendment Act, 1976, added four new Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs) to the Constitution:
– Article 39(f): To protect children and youth against exploitation and moral and material abandonment.
– Article 39A: To provide free legal aid to the poor.
– Article 43A: To take steps for the participation of workers in the management of industries.
– Article 48A: To protect and improve the environment and safeguard forests and wildlife.
– Option A (Equal pay for equal work for both men and women) was already present in Article 39(d) of the original Constitution.
– Option C (Right to work, education and public assistance) is mentioned in Article 41 of the original Constitution.
– Option D (Securing living wage and human conditions of work to workers) is related to Article 43 of the original Constitution.
– Therefore, participation of workers in the management of industries (Article 43A) was the principle added by the 42nd Amendment among the given options.
Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs) are guidelines to the central and state governments of India, to be kept in mind while framing laws and policies. They are non-justiciable but are fundamental in the governance of the country. The 42nd Amendment is also known as the ‘Mini-Constitution’ due to significant changes introduced by it.

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18. The ideal of ‘Welfare State’ in the Indian Constitution is enshrined i

The ideal of ‘Welfare State’ in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in its

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Preamble
Directive Principles of State Policy
Fundamental Rights
Seventh Schedule
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The correct option is B (Directive Principles of State Policy). The ideal of a ‘Welfare State’ in the Indian Constitution is primarily reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs).
– The Preamble outlines the objectives of the Constitution, including securing justice (social, economic, political), equality, and fraternity, which contribute to the idea of a welfare state, but the DPSPs are more direct mandates to the state to achieve this ideal.
– Part IV of the Constitution, containing DPSPs (Articles 36-51), lays down principles that the State should follow in governance, aiming to create a social order in which justice, social, economic and political, shall inform all the institutions of national life. Examples include provisions related to securing adequate means of livelihood, preventing concentration of wealth, equal pay for equal work, right to work, education and public assistance, living wage, participation of workers in management, public health, etc.
– Fundamental Rights (Part III) are limitations on the state’s power and protect individual liberties, rather than directly enshrining the ideal of a welfare state.
– The Seventh Schedule deals with the distribution of legislative powers between the Union and States.
While DPSPs are not legally enforceable in courts, they are considered fundamental in the governance of the country and it is the duty of the State to apply these principles in making laws (Article 37). They serve as a moral compass for the government towards establishing a welfare state.

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19. Consider the following statements regarding the Directive Principles o

Consider the following statements regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy :

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  • The Principles spell out the socio-economic democracy in the country.
  • The provisions contained in these Principles are not enforceable by any court.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
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Both statements 1 and 2 are correct regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP).
Directive Principles of State Policy (Part IV of the Indian Constitution) are constitutional instructions to the State for socio-economic development, aiming to establish a welfare state and realise socio-economic democracy. Article 37 explicitly states that these principles are fundamental in the governance of the country but are not enforceable by any court.
The DPSP are inspired by the Directive Principles of State Policy in the Irish Constitution. While non-justiciable, they serve as guidelines for the formulation of laws and policies by the state, acting as a moral obligation on the government. Their non-enforceability distinguishes them from the Fundamental Rights (Part III), which are justiciable.

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20. In the Constitution of India, promotion of international peace and sec

In the Constitution of India, promotion of international peace and security is included in the

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Preamble to the Constitution
Directive Principles of State Policy
Fundamental Duties
Ninth Schedule
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The promotion of international peace and security is included in the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) in the Constitution of India.
The question requires knowing where specific principles related to the state’s policy are located in the Constitution.
Article 51 of the Constitution, which is part of the Directive Principles of State Policy (Part IV), states that the State shall endeavour to: (a) promote international peace and security; (b) maintain just and honourable relations between nations; (c) foster respect for international law and treaty obligations in the dealings of organised peoples with one another; and (d) encourage settlement of international disputes by arbitration.

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