Which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India direc

Which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India directs the State to take steps to separate the judiciary from the executive in the public services of the State ?

Article 50
Article 52
Article 58
Article 60
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UPSC Combined Section Officer – 2024
Article 50 of the Constitution of India directs the State to take steps to separate the judiciary from the executive in the public services of the State.
Article 50 is a Directive Principle of State Policy (DPSP). It aims at securing the independence of the judiciary from executive control, which is considered essential for the impartial administration of justice.
Article 52 deals with the President of India. Article 58 deals with the qualifications for election as President. Article 60 deals with the oath or affirmation by the President. None of these pertain to the separation of the judiciary from the executive.