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Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) – Overview

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Outlined in Part IV (Articles 36–51), DPSPs are guidelines to the state in lawmaking and policy direction. They are non-justiciable but form the bedrock of India’s welfare state model. Derived from Ireland’s Constitution and Gandhian ideals, they encompass socio-economic justice, foreign policy, and administrative reforms. Courts often interpret them harmoniously with Fundamental Rights, shaping legislative priorities in areas like labor welfare, gender equality, and rural development. Although they lack direct enforceability, DPSPs influence policymaking at all levels, reflecting India’s aspiration to build an equitable and inclusive society.

Practice Questions

Which of the following is a power of the Vice President of India?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख के रूप में किसे नियुक्त किया जाता है?

केंद्रीय मंत्री की संख्या किस पर निर्भर करती है?

Which of the following is a Directive Principle of State Policy in India?

राज्यों के अधिकारों का निर्धारण किस आधार पर होता है?

Who is the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?

Who was the first woman Prime Minister of India?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख की उत्तराधिकार प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद में वर्णित है?

न्यायिक स्वतंत्रता सुनिश्चित करने के लिए किस सिद्धांत का पालन किया जाता है?

संसद में विधेयक पर पुनर्विचार का अधिकार किसे है?