1. The purpose of the inclusion of Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution is to establish:
(a) Political Democracy
(b) Social Democracy
(c) Gandhian Democracy
(d) Social and Economic Democracy
[I.A.S. (Pre) 2002]
Ans. (d) Social and Economic Democracy
- The Directive Principles of State Policy are designed to create social and economic democracy in India and help the country to progress as a welfare state.
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2. The Directive Principles of State Policy may be Classified into which of the following parts for the sake of convenient study?
(a) Socialist
(b) Liberal intellectualistic
(c) Gandhian
(d) All of the above
[U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2018]
Ans. (d) All of the above
- The Constitution does not list any types of Directive Principles. However, they can be broken down into three categories based on their content and purpose: socialist, Gandhian, and liberal-intellectual.
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3. 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
[U.P.R.O./A.R.O. (Mains) 2013,U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2017]
Ans. (c) To establish a Religious State
- The Indian Constitution has rules from 36 to 51 that set out the goals for the government to follow.
- The purpose of these rules is to create a country that is secular and democratic, and that provides social and economic justice.
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4. Consider the following statements regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy :
1. These 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
[I.A.S. (Pre) 2015]
Ans. (c)Both 1 and 2
- The Government is encouraged to follow the Directive Principles of State Policy to make sure everyone in the country is treated equally. These rules cannot be enforced by a court, but they are still very important when it comes to running the country.
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5. With reference to the provisions contained in Part IV of the Constitution of India, which of the following statements is/are correct?
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 law by the State.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only
[I.A.S. (Pre) 2020]
Ans. (d) 2 and 3 only
- Article 37 of the Indian Constitution states that the laws found in Part IV of the Constitution cannot be enforced by a court. However, these laws are still very important for governing the country and it is the job of the State to make laws based on these principles. This means the directive principles are not legally binding. Therefore, statement 1 is incorrect, while statements 2 and 3 are correct.
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6. The concept of Welfare state included in the Constitution of India in the:
(a) Directive Principles of State Policy
(b) Fourth Schedule of the Constitution
(c) Fundamental Rights
(d) Preamble of the Constitution
[I.A.S. (Pre) 2015, U.P. Lower Sub. (Pre) 2004, Uttarakhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2002,41th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 1994, U.P. Lower Sub. (Mains) 2013,U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2004]
Ans. (a) Directive Principles of State Policy
- The Constitution of India states that the government should provide welfare for its people in Part IV, which is made up of Articles 36 to 51.
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7. The idea of India as a Welfare State is found in
(a) Preamble of the Constitution
(b) Fundamental Duties
(c) Directive Principles of State Policy
(d) Both (a) and (c)
[U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 1997]
Ans. (d) Both (a) and (c)
- The Constitution of India mentions that India should be a welfare state in the Preamble and Directive Principles of State Policy.
- The Preamble states that India should be a Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic, Republic.
- The Directive Principles of State Policy provide instructions for the Central and State governments to create a welfare State.
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8. Consider the following statements: With reference to the Constitution of India, the Directive Principle of State Policy constitutes limitations upon-
1. legislative function.
2. executive function.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
[I.A.S. (Pre) 2017]
Ans. (d) Neither 1 nor 2
- The Directive Principles of State Policy are guidelines to the Legislative and Executive branches of government to demonstrate how they should use their power.
- These Principles are not legally binding and do not give individuals rights in court.
- They do not limit the government’s legislative and executive powers.
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9. Which of the following is empowered to make law for economic and social planning besides the infants and minors in India?
(a) Only the Central Government
(b) Only the State Government
(c) Both the Central and State Governments
(d) Only the Local Governments
[U.P. B.E.O. (Pre) 2019]
Ans. (c) Both the Central and State Governments
- Economics, Social Planning, Infants, and Minors are all topics that come under the Concurrent List. This means that both the Central and State Governments have the power to make laws about these topics. Therefore, option (c) is the right answer.
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10. The Directive Principles of State Policy of the Constitution of India is taken from the Constitution of which country?
(a) Australia
(b) America
(c) France
(d) Ireland
[U.P. Lower Sub. (Pre) 2015, Jharkhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2003, U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2005, U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 1994]
Ans. (d) Ireland
- The people who wrote the Indian Constitution were inspired by the Irish Constitution to include the rules in the Indian Constitution known as the Directive Principles of State Policy.
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11. Directive Principles of State Policy are-
(a) Justiciable
(b) Non-Justiciable
(c) Fundamental Rights
(d) None of these
[U.P. Lower Sub. (Pre) 2004, M.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 1992]
Ans. (b) Non-Justiciable
- Directive Principles cannot be enforced by the law in India, meaning they cannot be taken to court.
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12. Under the Indian Constitution, concentration of wealth violates
(a) the Right to Equality
(b) the Directive Principles of State Policy
(c) the Right to Freedom
(d) The Concept of Welfare
[I.A.S. (Pre) 2021]
Ans. (b) the Directive Principles of State Policy
- Article 39 (Directive Principle of State Policy) of the Indian
The constitution states that –
(a) All citizens, regardless of gender, have the right to have enough money to live on.
(b) The resources of the community should be managed in a way that benefits everyone.
(c) The way the economy works should not lead to a situation where wealth and resources become concentrated in the hands of a few, making life worse for everyone else.
(d) Men and women should receive the same pay for the same job.
(e) Making sure workers, men and women, and children aren’t overworked and that people aren’t forced to do work that is too hard for them due to their age or lack of strength.
(f) Children should be provided with the resources to grow in a healthy way with the right amount of freedom and respect, and they must be protected from exploitation and mistreatment.
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13. ‘Equal Pay for Equal Work’ has been ensured in the Indian Constitution as one of the:
(a) Fundamental Rights
(b) Directive Principles of State Policy
(c) Fundamental Duties
(d) Economic Rights
[U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 1998, U.P. Lower Sub. (Pre) 2004,U.P. U.D.A./L.D.A (Mains) 2010,U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2014,U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2012]
Ans. (b) Directive Principles of State Policy
- The Indian Constitution guarantees equal pay for equal work for both men and women in Article 39(d) in Part IV- Directive Principle of State Policy.
- This right was recognized by the Supreme Court based on Articles 14, 16, and 39(d) plus the preamble.
- To enforce this right, Parliament passed the Equal Remuneration Act in 1976.
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14. The Panchayati Raj System in India is laid down under:
(a) Fundamental Rights
(b) Fundamental Duties
(c) Directive Principles of State Policy
(d) Election Commission Act
[45th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2001]
Ans. (c) Directive Principles of State Policy
- The Panchayati Raj System in India is set out by the Directive Principles of State Policy (Part IV) in Article 40. According to this article, states must take steps to set up village Panchayats and give them the power and authority they need to act as self-governing units.
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15. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists:
| List-I |
List-II |
| (Subjects) |
(Parts of the Constitution) |
| A. Abolition of Titles |
1. Directive Principles of State Policy |
| B. Organisation of village |
2. The Union and its panchayats Territories |
| C. To provide the |
3. Fundamental Rights opportunities for education to the child/ward between 6 to 14 years of age |
| D. India, that is Bharat, |
4. Fundamental Duties is the Union of States. |
Codes :
A B C D
(a) 1 2 3 4
(b) 3 1 4 2
(c) 4 3 2 1
(d) 2 4 1 3
[Chhattisgarh P.C.S. (Pre) 2019]
Ans. (b)
| List-I |
List-II |
| (Subjects) |
(Parts of the Constitution) |
| A. Abolition of Titles |
3. Fundamental Rights opportunities for education to the child/ward between 6 to 14 years of age |
| B. Organisation of village |
1. Directive Principles of State Policy |
| C. To provide the |
4. Fundamental Duties is the Union of States. |
| D. India, that is Bharat, |
2. The Union and its panchayats Territories |
16. Which one of the following Articles directs the State Government to organize Village Panchayats?
(a) Article 32
(b) Article 40
(c) Article 48
(d) Article 51
[U.P.P.S.C. (GIC) 2017]
Ans. (b) Article 40
- Article 40 The Constitution contains a section that states that the government should set up village councils and give them the power and authority needed for them to rule themselves.
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17. Which one of the following Articles directs the State Governments to organize the Panchayats?
(a) Article 33
(b) Article 40
(c) Article 48
(d) Article 50
(e) None of the above/More than one of the above
[64th B.P.C.S. (Pre) 2018,Uttarakhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2010]
Ans. (b) Article 40
- Set up village councils and give them the power and authority they need to act as self-governing units.
- Parliament has the authority to make changes to the rights given by this part of the Constitution when it is applied to the armed forces, etc.
- It is forbidden to kill cows, calves, and other animals used for providing milk and pulling heavy loads. This is done to keep their breeds healthy and strong.
- Article 50 states that the judicial branch of government must be separate from the executive branch.
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18. Match List- I with List- II and select the correct answer using the code given below:
| Articles of the Constitution |
Subject matter |
| A. Art. 40 |
1. Organization of Village Panchayat |
| B. Art. 41 |
2. Right to Work |
| C. Art. 44 |
3. Uniform Civil Code |
| D. Art. 48 |
4. Organisation of Agriculture and Animal Husbandry |
Code:
A B C D
(a) 1 2 3 4
(b) 2 3 1 4
(c) 1 3 4 2
(d) 3 2 4 1
[U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2001,U.P.U.D.A./L.D.A. (Pre) 2002]
Ans. (a) 1 2 3 4
- RThe matched Articles are as follows:
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| List- I |
List -II |
| (Articles of the Constitution) |
(Subject matter) |
| Article 40: |
- Organization of Village Panchayats
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| Article 41: |
- Right to Work, education and public assistance
in certain cases.
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| Article 44: |
- Uniform Civil Code for all citizens
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| Article 48: |
- Organisation of Agriculture and Animal
Husbandry.
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19. Which one of the following is NOT correctly matched?
(a) Article 39A – Equal Justice and free legal aid
(b) Article 40 – Organisation of Village Panchayats
(c) Article 44 – Uniform Civil Code
(d) Article 48 – Separation of Judiciary from
Executive
[U.P. P.C.S. (Pre) 2020]
Ans. (d) Article 48 – Separation of Judiciary from Executive
- The correct matched order is as follows :
Article 39A – Equal Justice and free legal aid
Article 40 – Organisation of Village Panchayats
Article 44 – Uniform Civil Code
Article 48 – Organisation of Agriculture and Animal
husbandry
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20. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R) :
Assertion (A): MGNREGA is providing employment to at least one member of the eligible household for a minimum period of 100 days in a year.
Reason (R): The right to employment is enumerated in Part III of the Constitution.
Select the correct answer from the code given below:
Code :
(a) Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct
explanation of (A).
(b) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not a correct
explanation of (A).
(c) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(d) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
[U.P. Lower Sub. (Mains) 2013]
Ans. (c) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
- The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) is a law in India that ensures that people in rural areas have the right to work.
- It promises to give every household at least 100 days of employment in a year if an adult in the household volunteers to do manual labor.
- This law is in line with the goals of the Directive Principles of State Policy.
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21. Which one of the following Articles of the Directive Principles of State Policy deals with the promotion of international peace and security?
(a) 51
(b) 48 A
(c) 43 A
(d) 41
[I.A.S. (Pre) 2002]
Ans. (a) 51
- Article 51- of the Constitution of India deals with the
promotion of International Peace and Security.
- Article 41- Right to work, to Education, and to Public
assistance in certain cases.
- Article 43A- Participation of workers in the management of
industries.
- Article 48A- Protection and improvement of the environment
and safeguarding forests and wildlife.
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22. In the Constitution of India, the Promotion of International Peace and Security is included in the –
(a) Preamble to the Constitution
(b) Directive Principles of State Policy
(c) Fundamental Duties
(d) Ninth Schedule
[I.A.S. (Pre) 2014,U.P. P.C.S. (Mains) 2017]
Ans. (b) Directive Principles of State Policy
- Article 51 of the Indian Constitution promotes peace and security globally.
- Article 41 gives people the right to work, be educated, and receive assistance in certain cases.
- Article 43A ensures that workers have a say in the management of industries.
- Article 48A works to protect and improve the environment, as well as protecting forests and wildlife.
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23. In India, the separation of the judiciary from the executive is enjoined by :
(a) the Preamble of the Constitution
(b) a Directive Principles of State Policy
(c) the Seventh Schedule
(d) the conventional practice
[I.A.S. (Pre) 2020]
Ans. (b) a Directive Principles of State Policy
- The Constitution states that the government must take action to make sure that the judicial system is separate from the executive branch of government.
- This is part of the Directive Principles of State Policy in the Constitution.
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24. Which Article of the Constitution of India has the provision for the participation of workers in the management of industry?
(a) Article 43
(b) Article 43A
(c) Article 45
(d) Article 47
[U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2019, U.P. Lower Sub. (Pre) 2009]
Ans. (b) Article 43A
- India’s Constitution has an article (43A) that says the government should pass laws or take other steps to make sure workers are included in the management of businesses, factories, and other organizations.
- This was added to the Constitution in 1976 by the 42nd Amendment Act.
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25. Which of the following was not added to the Directive Principles by the 42nd Amendment of the Constitution?
(a) Protection of Children and youth from exploitation
(b) Equal justice and free legal aid
(c) Uniform civil code
(d) Participation of workers in the management of industries
[U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 1998]
Ans. (c) Uniform civil code
- The 42nd Amendment of the Constitution included Article 39(f ) which is about protecting children and young people from exploitation, Article 39(A) which is about equal justice and free legal aid, and Article 43(A), which is about workers being involved in the management of industries.
- This does not include the Uniform Civil Code (Article 44).
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26. The Constitution grants the right against exploitation to –
1. Children
2. Women
3. Tribals
4. Dalits
Choose your correct answer with the help of given code:
Code :
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only
(d) 2, 3, and 4 only
[U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2009]
Ans. (c) 1, 2 and 3 only
- The Indian Constitution gives protection from exploitation to kids, ladies, and indigenous people, but it does not mention the word ‘Dalit’.
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27. Which one of the following is not a Directive Principle of State Policy?
(a) Prohibition of the consumption of Intoxicating Drinks
(b) Cow-Protection
(c) Environment-Protection
(d) Free Education to children up to the age of fourteen
(14)
[U.P. U.D.A./L.D.A. (Pre) 2010]
Ans. (d) Free Education to children up to the age of fourteen
- The Constitution mentions that drinking alcohol is not allowed and cows must be protected in Articles 47 and 48.
- Article 48(A) states that the environment must be taken care of. In 2002, the 86th Amendment made it a Fundamental Right in Article 21-A that all children must have free and compulsory education until they are 14 years old.
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28. In which of the following ‘provisions for the protection and improvement of the environment and safeguarding of forests and wildlife are found in the Constitution of India?
(a) Only in the Directive Principles of State Policy
(b) Only in the Fundamental Duties
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) None of the above
[U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2019, U.P. Lower Sub. (Pre) 2013]
Ans. (c) None of the above
- The Indian Constitution has a rule that requires the government to protect and improve the environment and look after forests and wildlife (Article 48A).
- Every Indian citizen also has a responsibility to look after the environment (Article 51A(g)).
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29. How are the Directive Principles of State Policy different from Fundamental Rights?
(a) The former is for the Union Government and the latter is for the state Government.
(b) Former is a part of the Constitution whereas later is not.
(c) Directive Principles are not enforceable whereas Fundamental Rights can be enforced.
(d) None of these.
[I.A.S. (Pre) 2009]
Ans. (c) Directive Principles are not enforceable whereas Fundamental Rights can be enforced.
- The Directive Principles of State Policy are different from Fundamental Rights because Directive Principles cannot be enforced by any court, but Fundamental Rights can be enforced by the Indian Constitution using Articles 32 and 226.
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30. Which of the following is/are included in the Directive Principles of State Policy?
1. Prohibition of Trafficking in human beings and forced labor.
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.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither nor 2
[I.A.S. (Pre) 2008]
Ans. (b)
- Article 47 of the Directive Principles of State Policy says that people are not allowed to drink or use drugs that are bad for their health unless it’s for medical reasons.
- Article 23(1) of the fundamental rights says that it is not allowed to buy and sell people or make them do work against their will.
- Therefore, only statement 2 is correct.
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31. The ‘Directive Principles’ are………..
(a) Justifiable
(b) Non-justify able
(c) Rigid
(d) Flexible
[M.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2013]
Ans. (b)
- The basic rights are reasonable to demand, but the guidelines for how the government should run the country are not legally enforceable.
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32. Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India –
1. Securing a Uniform Civil Code for citizens of India.
2. Organizing Village Panchayats.
3. Promoting Cottage Industries in Rural Areas.
4. Securing for all the worker’s reasonable leisure and culture opportunities.
Which of the above are the Gandhian Principles that are reflected in the Directive Principles of State policy?
(a) 1, 2 and 4
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1, 3 and 4
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
[I.A.S. (Pre) 2012]
Ans. (b) 2 and 3
- Articles 40, 47, and 48 are based on Gandhian principles.
The articles are as follows:
Article 40: Organisation of Village Panchayats.
Article 47: To raise the level of Nutrition and standard of living and to improve public health.
Article 48: Prevention of Cow Slaughter, Organisation of Agriculture and Animal Husbandry.
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33. Which one of the following is a Directive Principle of State Policy?
(a) The State shall endeavor to protect and improve the environment.
(b) The State shall not deny equality to any person before the law.
(c) The State shall not discriminate against any person on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.
(d) Untouchability enforcement.
[U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2009]
Ans. (a) The State shall endeavor to protect and improve the environment.
- The government should try to keep the environment clean, protect forests, and save wildlife.
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34. The Constitution is silent in the Directive Principles of State Policy About –
(a) Adult education
(b) Living wages for workers
(c) Free legal aid to the poor
(d) Primary education to children till they complete the
age of 6 years
[U.P. Lower Sub (Pre) 2008]
Ans. (a)Adult education
- The Directive Principles of State Policy (Part-IV) does not talk about adult education.
- Article 43 mentions living wages for workers, Article 39A talks about free legal aid for poor people, and Article 45 talks about providing early childhood care and education to children below 6 years of age.
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35. Which of the following Directive Principles of State Policy was added to the Constitution at a later date?
(a) Organization of Village Panchayats
(b) Prohibition of Cow Slaughter
(c) Free Legal Aid
(d) Uniform Civil Code
[U.P.R.O./A.R.O. (Pre) 2014]
Ans. (c) Free Legal Aid
- The Constitution has a rule (Article 39A) that makes sure people who are not well off get free legal help. This rule was put in place in 1976 by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act. This way, everyone can get equal justice.
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36. Which of the following is not included in the Directive Principles of State Policy?
(a) Prohibition of Liquor
(b) Right to Work
(c) Equal Wage for Equal Work
(d) Right to Information
[U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2006,U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2010]
Ans. (d) Right to Information
- The Right to Information Act, of 2005 gives people the legal right to obtain information.
- Article 39(d) makes sure that men and women get the same pay for the same job, while Article 39(a) ensures everyone has enough to live on.
- Lastly, Article 47 states that it is the responsibility of the government to make sure people have enough to eat and a good quality of life, as well as good health.
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37. Which one of the following is a Directive Principle of the State Policy?
(a) Uniform Civil Code
(b) Freedom of the Press
(c) Freedom of the Religion
(d) Equality Before Law
[U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2010, U.P.P.S.C. (GIC) 2010]
Ans. (a) Uniform Civil Code
- Article 44 states that the government should try to give all citizens of India the same civil laws.
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38. Which of the following is/are listed among the Directive Principles in Part-IV of the Constitution of India?
I. Equal Pay for Equal Work
II. Uniform Civil Code
III. Small family norm
IV. Education through the mother tongue at the primary level.
(a) I, II, and III
(b) I and II
(c) II and III
(d) I, II, and IV
(e) None of the above/More than one of the above
[60th to 62nd B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2016]
Ans. (b) I and II
- The Constitution of India states that men and women should be paid the same for doing the same job (Article 39(d)) and that there should be a uniform set of laws for everyone (Article 44).
- Article 350 A states that each state and local authority should provide education in the mother tongue for children who belong to minority language groups, but it is not included in the Directive Principles of State Policy in Part IV of the Constitution.
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39. Identify the correct pair mentioning the Directive Principles of State Policy in the Constitution of India-
(a) Equal justice and free legal aid – Article 42
(b) Organisation of agriculture and animal husbandry – Article 43
(c) Organisationof village Panchayat – Article 41
(d) That there is equal pay for equal work for both men and women – Article 39
[R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 2021]
Ans. (d) That there is equal pay for equal work for both men and women – Article 39
- Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) Article related to DPSP Equal justice and free legal aid Art. 39(A)
Organization of agriculture and animal husbandry Art. 48 Organization of village Panchayat Art. 40 Equal pay for equal work for both men and women Art. 39 (d)
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40. Identify the items included in the Directive Principles of State Policy.
1. Prohibition of Consumption of Liquor
2. Prohibition of employment of children in factories or mines
3. Prohibition of beggar or forced labor
4. Prohibition of untouchability
Select the correct answer with the help of the code given below:
Code :
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 1, 2 and 3
(c) Only 1
(d) 2, 3 and 4
[U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2002]
Ans. (c) Only 1
- Article 47 states that it is the government’s responsibility to improve people’s nutrition, living standards, and health.
- The government should also prevent people from drinking alcohol and taking drugs that are bad for them.
- Articles 24, 23, and 17 of the Fundamental Rights also forbid employing children in factories and mines, begging, and treating people differently based on their social status.
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41. “The Directive Principles of State Policy is a cheque which is paid on Bank’s Convenience,” Who said it?
(a) B.R. Ambedkar
(b) K.M. Munshi
(c) Dr. Rajendra Prasad
(d) K.T. Shah
[U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2007]
Ans. (d) K.T. Shah
- K.T. Shah said that the Directive Principles of State Policy is like a check that is cashed whenever the bank chooses.
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42. With reference to the Constitution of India, consider the following.
1. Fundamental Rights
2. Fundamental Duties
3. Directive Principles of State Policy
Which of the above provisions of the Constitution of India fulfilled the National Social Assistance
Program launched by the Government of India?
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 3
(c) Only 1 and 3
(d) All 1,2 and 3
[I.A.S. (Pre) 2010]
Ans. (b) Only 3
- The Government launched the National Social Assistance Programme on 15 August 1995 to fulfill the Directive Principles of State Policy, which aimed to provide the right to work, education, and public assistance.
- This Programme initially included the National Old Age Pension Scheme, the National Family Benefit Scheme, and the National Maternity Benefit Scheme.
- However, on 1 April 2001, the National Maternity Benefit Scheme was made part of the population control scheme.
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