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
Correct Answer
D
Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct because the DPSP aims to establish a welfare state by ensuring social and economic justice, while Statement 2 is correct as Article 37 explicitly declares these principles non-justiciable and unenforceable by any court. Options (a) or (b) are common pitfalls if a candidate confuses DPSP with Fundamental Rights, which primarily safeguard political democracy and are legally enforceable. The core concept tested is the fundamental nature and objective of the Directive Principles of State Policy (Part IV) of the Indian Constitution.
Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP)Nature and Significance of DPSPArticle 37Directive Principles of State PolicySocio-economic democracyNon-justiciable