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Directive Principles of State Policy

➔ Contained in Part-IV of the Constitution (Articles 36-51), borrowed from Ireland.

➔ These are fundamental guidelines in the governance of the country.
➔ They promote the concept of a welfare state.
➔ They are classified into 3 categories: Socialistic or Welfare Principles: Arts 38, 39, 41-43.; Gandhian
Principles: Arts 40, 43, 46-49.; Liberal - Intellectual Principles: Arts 44-45, 50-51.
➔ While fundamental rights aim at political freedoms, DPSP aim at securing economic and social justice
through appropriate state action.
➔ Directives are non-justiciable. Courts cannot be approached for their enforcement (Article 37).
➔ Dr. B.R. Ambedkar described the DPs as “Instrument of Instruction.”

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QUESTION-ANSWERS

Q.1. Directive Principles of State Policy direct the State for which of the following?
1. To secure a social order for the promotion of welfare of the people
2. To separate judiciary from executive
3. To improve public health
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3

2. Consider the following statements:

Directive Principles of State Policy are:
1. Directives in the nature of ideals of the state
2. Directives influencing and shaping the policy of State
3. Non-justiciable rights of the citizens
Which of these statements is/are correct?
(a) Only 1 (b) 2 and 3
(c) Only 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3

3. Which of the following statements about the changes made by the forty second amendment to the
Constitution relating to the Directive Principles of State Policy are correct?
1. It enabled State to provide free legal aid to its citizens.
2. It provided for the State to secure the participation of workers in the management of undertakings.
3. It required the state to minimise inequalities in income and status.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3
(c) 2 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3

4. Which one of the following is the real guiding factor for the State to meet social needs and for the
establishment of new social order?
(a) Fundamental Rights (b) Preamble of the Constitution
(c) Directive Principles of State Policy (d) Distribution of Powers

5. Which one of the following is not stated as a Directive Principle of State Policy in the Constitution
of India?
(a) Organisation of village panchayats
(b) Uniform civil code for the citizens
(c) Separation of Judiciary from Executive
(d) Right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions

6. Though the Directive Principles of State Policy contained in the Constitution are not enforceable by any
court, yet they are:
(a) Fundamental in the governance of the country
(b) Binding on the State
(c) Enforceable at the instance of the President
(d) Superior to Fundamental Rights of India

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7. Which of the following are included in the Directive Principles of State Policy in the Constitution of India?
1. Uniform civil code for the citizens
2. Separation of judiciary from executive
3. Protection of monuments of national importance
Select the correct answer by using the codes given below:
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3
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8. With respect to the Directive Principles of State Policy, which one of the following pairs is not correctly
matched?
(a) To secure just and humane conditions of work and maternity relief : Article 42
(b) To organise village Panchayats as units of self government : Article 40
(c) To secure the improvement of public health and the prohibition of intoxicating drinks and of drugs
which are injurious to health : Article 47
(d) To protect all monuments of historic interest and national importance : Article 50
Should be Article 49.

9. Which one of the following is not a Directive Principle of State Policy?

(a) The State shall endeavour to secure for the citizens a uniform civil code.
(b) The State shall promote with special care the educational and economic interest of the weaker
sections.
(c) The State shall endeavour to promote adult education to eliminate illiteracy.
(d) The State shall endeavour to protect every monument, place or object of artistic or historic Interest.

10. Which one of the following is not the objective of the Directive Principles of State Policy?
(a) To establish a welfare state (b) To ensure socio-economic justice
(c) To establish a religious state (d) To establish a secular state

11. Assertion (A): The directive principles of state policy are not enforceable by any court.
Reason (R): The directive principles are more or less fundamental in the governance of the country.
Codes:
(a) Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
(b) Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
(c) A is true but R is false
(d) A is false but R is true
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12. Which one of the following is a correct statement?

(a) Primacy is given to all the directive principles contained in Part IV of the Constitution over
fundamental rights.
(b) Primacy is given to all the fundamental rights conferred by Article 14-32 of the Constitution over
directive principles.
(c) Primacy is given to all the fundamental rights conferred by Part III of the Constitution over directive
principles.
(d) Primacy is given only to directive principles in clauses (b) and (c) of Article 39 over
fundamental rights conferred by Articles 14 and 19 of the Constitution.
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13. Assertion (A): Laws covered under Article 39 (b) and (c) have been given protective shield against some of
the fundamental rights.
Reason (R): The Directive Principles are also regarded relevant for considering what are reasonable
restrictions under Article 19.
Codes:
(a) Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
(b) Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
(c) A is true but R is false
(d) A is false but R is true

14. Which one of the following statements regarding the current status of the relationship between
Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles is correct?
(a) Directive Principles cannot get priority over Fundamental Rights in any case.
(b) Directive Principles always get priority over Fundamental Rights.
(c) Fundamental Rights always get priority over Directives Principles.
(d) In some cases Directive Principles may get priority over Fundamental Rights.

15. Which one of the following Directive Principles was not originally provided for in the Constitution of India?
(a) Citizen’s right to an adequate means of livelihood
(b) Free legal aid
(c) Uniform civil code for the citizens
(d) Prohibition of the slaughter of cows and calves
Forty-Second Amendment Act, 1976 Added three new Directive Principles viz., equal justice and free-legal aid,
participation of workers in the management of industries and protection of environment, forests and wildlife.

16. The term ‘equal pay for equal work’ is a:

(a) Directive Principle of State Policy (b) Fundamental Right
(c) Fundamental Duty (d) Constitutional Right

17. Assertion (A): Secularism is a basic feature of the Constitution of India in the sense that the State should
be neutral to the different religions.
Reason (R): One of the Directive Principles of State Policy states that it will be a part of the duty of the state to
improve the breeds of cattle and stop the slaughter of cows and calves.
Codes:
(a) Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
(b) Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
(c) A is true but R is false
(d) A is false but R is true

18. Which one of the following is not a Directive Principle of State Policy?
(a) Organisation of Village Panchayats
(b) Uniform Civil Code for citizens as well as non-citizens -- for citizens only
(c) Right to work, to education and to public assistance in certain cases
(d) Participation of workers in management of industries

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19. “Directive Principles of State Policy are the conscience of the Constitution which embody the social
philosophy of the Constitution” was described by:
(a) Granville Austin (b) A.V. Dicey
(c) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar (d) K.C. Wheare

20. Which part of the Constitution of India refers to the responsibility of the state towards international
peace and security? -- Art 51
(a) Fundamental Rights (b) Directive Principles of State Policy
(c) Emergency provisions (d) Preamble to the Constitution
Promotion of international peace and security is included in the Directive Principles of State as Article 51 of
constitution that mentions to promote international peace and security and maintain just an honourable
relations between nations between nations; to foster respect for international law and treaty obligations, and to
encourage settlements of international disputes by arbitration.

21. Which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. 42nd Amendment to the Constitution of India gave primacy to Directive Principles over Fundamental
Rights.
2. Minerva Mills case ruled that there has to be a balance between Part III and Part IV of the
Constitution.
3. National Commission for Review of the Working of the Constitution has recommended that Directive
Principles be made justiciable.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3 (d) 2 only

22. Which of the following is/are among Directive Principles of State Policy?
1. The State shall strive to promote science and technology for development.
2. The State shall endeavour to secure for citizens a Uniform Civil Code throughout India.
3. The State shall try to develop population policy and family planning programmes.
4. The State shall take steps to promote tourism.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(a) 1 and 3 (b) 2 and 4
(c) 2 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

23. The Directive Principles of State Policy are fundamental for the:
(a) Upliftment of backward classes (b) Protection of individual rights
(c) Administration of justice (d) Governance of state

24. Assertion (A): Any individual affected due to violation of any of the Directive Principles of State Policy,
cannot move the court.
Reason (R): The Directive Principles are not justiciable.
Codes:
(a) Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
(b) Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
(c) A is true but R is false
(d) A is false but R is true

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25. Right to work in India is a: -- Art 41

(a) Fundamental right (b) Directive principle
(c) Constitutional right (d) Constitutional duty

26. Assertion (A): It is the legal and Constitutional duty of the State to provide legal aid to the poor.
Reason (R): No one shall be denied justice by reason of his poverty.
Codes:
(a) Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
(b) Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
(c) A is true but R is false
(d) A is false but R is true

27. Consider the following statements:

Directive Principles of State Policy are:
1. Not amendable
2. Not enforceable by any court
3. Fundamental in the governance of the country
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3
(c) 2 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3

28. The ‘Instrument of Instructions’ contained in the Government of India Act, 1935, has been incorporated
in the Constitution of India in the year 1950 as:
(a) Fundamental Rights (b) Directive Principles of State Policy
(c) Fundamental Duties (d) Emergency provisions
The Directive Principles resemble the ‘Instrument of Instructions’ enumerated in the Government of India Act of
1935. In the words of Dr B R Ambedkar, ‘the Directive Principles are like the instrument of instructions, which
were issued to the Governor-General and to the Governors of the colonies of India by the British Government
under the Government of India Act of 1935. What is called Directive Principles is merely another name for the
instrument of instructions. The only difference is that they are instructions to the legislature and the executive’.

28.a. The “Instrument of Instructions” contained in the Government of India Act 1935 have been incorporated
in the Constitution of
India in the year 1950 as
(a) Fundamental Rights
(b) Directive Principles of State Policy
(c) Extent of executive power of State
(d) Conduct of business of the Government of India

29. Which one of the following is not a correct description of the Directive Principles of State Policy?
(a) Directive Principles are not enforceable by the courts.
(b) Directive Principles have a political sanction.
(c) Directive Principles are declaration of objectives for State Legislation.
(d) Directive Principles promise equal income and free health care for all Indians.

30. Consider the following statements:

1. Article 46 of the Constitution of India provides for free legal aid to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled
Tribes.
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2. Article 44 of the Constitution of India provides for promotion of cottage industries.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) Only 1 (b) Only 2
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
44 Uniform civil code.; 46 Educational and economic interests of SC, ST and weaker sections.

Q.31. Which of the following is/are included in the Directive Principles of State Policy?
1. Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labour
2. Prohibition of consumption except for medicinal purposes of intoxicating drinks and of other drugs
which are injurious to health.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

32. The Constitution names our country as :

(a) Bharat
(b) India, that is Bharat
(c) Hindustan
(d) Aryavarta

33. Which of the following statements is/are not indicative of the difference between Fundamental Rights and
Directive Principles?
I. Directive Principles are aimed at promoting social welfare, while Fundamental Rights are for protecting
individuals from State encroachment.
II. Fundamental Rights are limitations on State action, while Directive Principles are positive instructions for the
Government to work towards a just socioeconomic order.
III. Fundamental Rights were included in the original Constitution, but Directive Principles were added by the
first Amendment.
IV. Fundamental Rights are amendable, but Directive Principles cannot be amended.
(a) I and II
(b) II and III
(c) III and IV
(d) I, II and III
Key Differences –
(i) The Fundamental Rights seek to protect the individual from state encroachment; the Directive Principles are
aimed at the promotion of the general welfare of society.
(ii) The Fundamental Rights constitute limitations upon State action; The Directive Principles are positive
instructions to the government to take steps to establish a just social, economic and political order.

34. The enforcement of Directive Principles depends most on :

(a) the Courts
(b) an effective opposition in Parliament
(c) resources available to the Government
(d) public cooperation

35. The purpose of Directive Principles of State Policy is to

(a) lay down positive instructions which would guide State Policy at all levels
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(b) implement Gandhiji's idea for a decentralized state

(c) check the use of arbitrary powers by the government
(d) promote welfare of the backward sections of the society
The purpose of Directive Principle of State Policy is to lay down positive instructions which would guide
State Policy at all levels. The Directive Principles of State Policy contained in Part IV, Articles 36-51 of
the Indian constitution. The Directive Principles may be said to contain the philosophy of the constitution.
The Directive principles are broad directives given to the state in accordance with which the legislative
and executive powers of the state are to be exercised.

36. Separation of the Judiciary from the Executive is enjoined by : -- Art 50

(a) Preamble
(b) Directive Principle
(c) Seventh Schedule
(d) Judicial Decision

37. Which part of the Constitution deals with the Directive Principles of State Policy?
(a) Part III
(b) Part IV
(c) Part V
(d) Part II

38. Which of the following is not a Directive Principle of the State Policy?
(a) To raise the level of nutrition
(b) To develop the scientific temper -- FD
(c) To promote economic interests of weaker sections
(d) To separate the Judiciary from the Executive

39. Which of the following Directive Principles is based on Gandhian ideology?

(a) Equal pay for equal work for both men and women
(b) Uniform civil code for all citizens
(c) Separation of Judiciary from Executive
(d) Promotion of cottage industries
Organizing village Panchayats and promoting cottage industries in rural areas are the Gandhian principles
that are reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy.
Socialistic Principles
These principles reflect the ideology of socialism. They lay down the framework of a democratic socialist state,
aim at providing social and economic justice, and set the path towards welfare state. They direct the state:
1. To promote the welfare of the people by securing a social order permeated by justice— social, economic
and political—and to minimise inequalities in income, status, facilities and opportunities (Article 38).
2. To secure (a) the right to adequate means of livelihood for all citizens; (b) the equitable distribution of
material resources of the community for the common good; (c) prevention of concentration of wealth and
means of production; (d) equal pay for equal work for men and women; (e) preservation of the health and
strength of workers and children against forcible abuse; and (f) opportunities for healthy development of
children (Article 39).
3. To promote equal justice and to provide free legal aid to the poor (Article 39 A).
4. To secure the right to work, to education and to public assistance in cases of unemployment, old age,
sickness and disablement (Article 41).
5. To make provision for just and humane conditions for work and maternity relief (Article 42).
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6. To secure a living wage, a decent standard of life and social and cultural opportunities for all workers (Article
43).
7. To take steps to secure the participation of workers in the management of industries 8 (Article 43 A).
8. To raise the level of nutrition and the standard of living of people and to improve public health (Article 47).
Gandhian Principles
These principles are based on Gandhian ideology. They represent the programme of reconstruction enunciated
by Gandhi during the national movement. In order to fulfil the dreams of Gandhi, some of his ideas were
included as Directive Principles. They require the State:
1. To organise village panchayats and endow them with necessary powers and authority to enable them to
function as units of self-government (Article 40).
2. To promote cottage industries on an individual or co-operation basis in rural areas (Article 43).
3. To promote voluntary formation, autonomous functioning, democratic control and professional management
of co-operative societies (Article 43B).
4. To promote the educational and economic interests of SCs, STs, and other weaker sections of the society
and to protect them from social injustice and exploitation (Article 46).
5. To prohibit the consumption of intoxicating drinks and drugs which are injurious to health (Article 47).
6. To prohibit the slaughter of cows, calves and other milch and draught cattle and to improve their breeds
(Article 48).
Liberal–Intellectual Principles
The principles included in this category represents the ideology of liberalism. They direct the state:
1. To secure for all citizens a uniform civil code throughout the country (Article 44).
2. To provide early childhood care and education for all children until they complete the age of six years (Article
45).
3. To organise agriculture and animal husbandry on modern and scientific lines (Article 48).
4. To protect and improve the environment and to safeguard forests and wild life10 (Article 48 A).
5. To protect monuments, places and objects of artistic or historic interest which are declared to be of national
importance (Article 49).
6. To separate the judiciary from the executive in the public services of the State (Article 50).
7. To promote international peace and security and maintain just and honourable relations between nations; to
foster respect for international law and treaty obligations, and to encourage settlement of international disputes
by arbitration (Article 51).
NEW DIRECTIVE PRINCIPLES
The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 added four new Directive Principles to the original list. They require the
State:
1. To secure opportunities for healthy development of children (Article 39).
2. To promote equal justice and to provide free legal aid to the poor (Article 39 A).
3. To take steps to secure the participation of workers in the management of industries (Article 43 A).
4. To protect and improve the environment and to safeguard forests and wildlife (Article 48 A).

Q.40. Which of the following cannot be termed 'Gandhian' among the Directive Principles?
(a) Prevention of cow slaughter
(b) Promotion of cottage industries
(c) Establishment of village panchayats
(d) Uniform civil code for the country
It is Liberal–Intellectual Principles.

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41. Which of the following is/are listed among the Directive Principles in Part IV?
I. Equal pay for equal work.
II. Uniform civil code.
III. Small family norm
IV. Education through mother tongue at primary level.
(a) I, II and III
(b) I and II
(c) II and III
(d) I, II, III and IV

42. Which of the following were added to the Directive Principles by amendments to the Constitution?
I. To protect and improve the environment and safeguard wild life.
II. Right of workers to participate in management of industries.
III. Right to work
IV. To protect and maintain places of historic interest.
(a) I and III
(b) II and IV
(c) I, III and IV
(d) I and II
III & IV were already there.

43. If the State implements a Directive Principle calling for equitable distribution of material resources it
(a) is put in the Ninth Schedule
(b) is not void even if it violates the rights in Articles 14 and 19
(c) can be struck down by the Supreme Court on grounds of violating Fundamental Rights
(d) is not void if it violates a fundamental right

44. “The state shall strive to promote the welfare of people by securing and protecting as effectively as it may,
a social order in which justice–social, economic and political– shall inform all the institutions of the national life.”
This provision is contained in which of the following articles of the Indian Constitution?
(a) Article 39 (b) Article 46
(c) Article 38 (d) Article 37

45. The Directive Principles of State Policy are incorporated in

(a) Part III (Articles 36-51)
(b) Part IV (Articles 36-51)
(c) Part V (Articles 19-21)
(d) Part II (Articles 36-56)

46. ‘Economic Justice’ as one of the objectives of the Indian Constitution has been provided in
(a) the Preamble and the Fundamental Rights
(b) the Preamble and the Directive Principles of State Policy
(c) the Fundamental Rights and the Directive Principles of State Policy
(d) None of the above
The Preamble to the Constitution of India in its introductory statement says- “Justice- Social, Economic and
Political” and the Directive Principles of state policies aim to create social and economic condition under which
the citizens can lead a good life. They also aim to establish social and economic democracy through a welfare
state.
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47. Which of the following Articles of the Constitution of India makes a specific mention of village panchayats?
(a) Article 19 (b) Article 21
(c) Article 40 (d) Article 246

48 Which one of the following is not a correct description of the Directive Principles of State Policy?
(a) Directive Principles are not enforceable by the courts
(b) Directive Principles have a political sanction
(c) Directive Principles are declaration of objective for State Legislation
(d) Directive Principles promise equal income and free health care for all Indians
The Directive Principles of State Policy are guidelines for creating a social order characterized by social,
economic, and political justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity as enunciated in the constitution’s preamble. It
does not promise equal income and free healthcare for all Indians.

49. According to the Constitution of India, which of the following are fundamental for the governance of the
country?
(a) Fundamental Rights
(b) Fundamental Duties
(c) Directive Principles of State Policy
(d) Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties
The central and State government of India to be kept in mind while framing laws and policies. DPSPs aim to
create social and economic conditions under which the citizens can lead a good life. They also aim to establish
social and economic democracy through a welfare state. They act as a check on the government. It is a
yardstick in the hands of the people to measure the performance of the government. It shall be the duty of the
state to apply these principles in making laws.

50. The purpose of the inclusion of Directive Principles of the State Policy in the Indian Constitution is to
establish:
(a) political democracy
(b) social democracy
(c) Gandhian democracy
(d) social and economic democracy
The purpose of Directive Principles of State Policy is to establish the social and economic democracy. Political
democracy is established by the Fundamental Rights.

51. The ideal of Welfare State’ in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in its
(a) Preamble
(b) Directive Principles of State Policy
(c) Fundamental Rights
(d) Seventh Schedule
Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs) aim to create social and economic conditions under which
the citizens can lead a good life. They also aim to establish social and economic democracy through
a welfare state. The Directive Principles of State Policy is guidelines/principles given to the central and state
governments of India, to be kept in mind while framing laws and policies.

52. ____ is the “socialistic” Directive Principles

1. Prevention of concentration of wealth
2. Right to work
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3. Separation of judiciary and executive --Liberal–Intellectual Principles

4. Organising agriculture along scientific research --Liberal–Intellectual Principles
Which of the above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 2 and 4 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

53. Which statement does not indicate the difference between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles?
1. Directive Principles aim at promoting social welfare, while Fundamental Rights protect individuals
from State encroachment
2. Fundamental Rights put limitations on State action but Directive Principles are positive instructions to
the Government to move towards a just socio-economic order
3. Fundamental Rights were the terminate six months at most the period till the date for presidential
election is notified included in the original constitution, but Directive Principles were added by the first
amendment
4. Fundamental Rights can be amended but Directive Principles cannot be amended
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3
(c) 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2 and 4

54. The correct statements about the Directive Principles of State Policy are:
1. They are borrowed from the Irish Constitution.
2. They are incorporated in Part V of the Constitution.
3. They seek to provide social and economic base to democracy.
4. The state must compulsorily implement them.
5. All of them are Gandhian in nature.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
(a) 1, 2, 3 and 5 (b) 1, 3 and 5
(c) 1,3,4 and 5 (d) 1 and 3

55. The directive principles were made non – justifiable and legally non – enforceable because:
1. The country did not possess sufficient financial resources to implement them.
2. There was widespread backwardness in the country that could stand in the way of implementation.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both (d) None

56. Which of the following statement/s is/are correct.

1. The directive principles are meant to establish Political Democracy.
2. The directive principles are meant to establish Social Democracy.
3. The directive principles are meant to establish Economic Democracy.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 & 3 only
(c) 1 & 3 only (d) 1, 2 & 3

57. Which among the following provisions of the Constitution of India is/are fulfilled by the National Social
Assistance Programme launched by the Government of India?
1. Fundamental Rights
2. Fundamental Duties
3. Directive Principles of State Policy
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(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3

(c) Only 3 (d) All of these
The National Social Assistance Programme(NSAP) represents a significant step towards the fulfilment
of the Directive Principles in Article 41 of the Constitution. It came into effect from 15th August 1995.

58. Which of the following is/are included in the Directive Principles of the State Policy?
1. Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labour
2. Prohibition of consumption except for medicinal purposes of intoxicating drinks and of other drugs
which are injurious to health
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Code:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Statement 1 is incorrect as it is a Fundamental Right under article 23 of Part III of the constitution.
Statement 2 corresponds to Directive Principles of State Policy under Article 47 under Part IV of the
Constitution.

59. Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the
Constitution of India :
1. Securing for citizens of India a uniform civil code
2. Organizing village Panchayats
3. Promoting cottage industries in rural areas
4. Securing for all the workers reasonable leisure and cultural opportunities
Which of the above are the Gandhian Principles that are reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy?
(a) 1, 2 and 4 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Organizing village Panchayats and promoting cottage industries in rural areas are the Gandhian principles
that are reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy.

60. Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India have a bearing on Education?
1. Directive Principles of State Policy
2. Rural and Urban Local Bodies
3. Fifth Schedule
4. Sixth Schedule
5. Seventh Schedule
Select the correct answer using the codes given below :
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3, 4 and 5 only
(c) 1, 2 and 5 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
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61. Consider the following statements regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy:
1. The Principles spell out the socio-economic democracy in the country.
2. The provisions contained in these Principles are not enforceable by any court.
Which of the statements given above is / are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
The directive principles ensure that the State shall strive to promote the welfare of the people by promoting a
social order in which social, economic and political justice is informed in all institutions of life. The provisions of
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The Directive Principles of State Policy are not enforceable by any court, but the principles laid down therein
are considered fundamental in the governance of the country, making it the duty of the State to apply these
principles in making laws to establish a just society in the count.

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