Understanding Directive Principles

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs)?

• They are enforceable by courts of law.

• They are fundamental in the governance of the country.

• They aim to establish political democracy.

• They were borrowed exclusively from the US Constitution.

What is the main aim of Directive Principles?

• To guide the state in policy-making for social and economic justice.

• To promote individual wealth accumulation.

• To limit the powers of the judiciary.

• To provide financial support to private enterprises.

The DPSP related to the "organization of village panchayats" (Article 40) is an example of which type of DPSP?

• Socialistic Principle

• Gandhian Principle

• Miscellaneous Principle

• International Principle

What are the key features of socialist principles in policy?

• Minimal government intervention

• Key features of socialist principles in policy include collective ownership, social welfare, economic equality, and wealth redistribution.

• Focus on individual profit maximization

• Private ownership of resources

How do Directive Principles promote international peace?

• By promoting military alliances and arms races.

• By focusing solely on environmental issues without social considerations.

• Directive Principles promote international peace by advocating for social justice, economic welfare, and international cooperation.

• By encouraging isolationist policies and nationalism.

What are some miscellaneous principles of state policy?

• Monopolistic practices

• Censorship of media

• Political corruption

• Social justice, economic welfare, environmental sustainability, and democratic values.

Divya is studying the Constitution and comes across the Directive Principles. She wonders why these principles are considered non-justiciable.

• Directive Principles are non-justiciable because they are not legally enforceable rights.

• They can be overridden by ordinary laws.

• They are considered fundamental rights.

• Directive Principles are enforceable in court.

In a democratic society, how do Directive Principles complement Fundamental Rights?

• Directive Principles are only advisory and have no impact on Fundamental Rights.

• Directive Principles are meant to restrict the application of Fundamental Rights.

• Directive Principles guide the state to create conditions for the realization of Fundamental Rights.

• Fundamental Rights override Directive Principles in all cases.

Gopal is a newly elected member of the local council. He is tasked with ensuring that the council's policies promote the well-being of the community. What role do Directive Principles play in governance?

• Directive Principles guide governance by promoting social justice and welfare.

• Directive Principles are irrelevant to governance.

• Directive Principles are legally enforceable rights.

• Directive Principles focus solely on economic growth.

The primary objective of the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs) is to establish a:

• Police State

• Authoritarian State

• Welfare State

• Military State