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Relevance of Directive Principles in Economic Reforms

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Though non-justiciable, DPSPs guide states to secure a welfare-oriented economy—minimizing inequalities, ensuring fair distribution of resources, and protecting labor rights. Post-1991 liberalization saw big reforms, but Articles 38, 39, and 43 remain moral compasses for inclusive growth. Policies like MNREGA, land reforms, and progressive taxation are partially inspired by these principles. Courts sometimes interpret fundamental rights in harmony with DPSPs to uphold socio-economic entitlements (e.g., food security). Critics point out that market-centric policies can overshadow socialist goals. Still, integrating DPSPs into reform agendas helps maintain a balance between free-market efficiencies and the Constitution’s egalitarian aspirations.

Practice Questions

Who was the first woman to become the President of India?

Which of the following is a provision related to the financial powers of the Parliament?

निर्वाचन आयोग के अध्यक्ष का चयन किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

What is the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha?

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

Who was the first President of India?

मौलिक अधिकारों के उल्लंघन पर तत्काल न्यायिक राहत किस अनुच्छेद में दी जाती है?

Who was the first woman Speaker of the Lok Sabha?

न्यायिक समीक्षा का सिद्धांत किसके द्वारा समर्थित है?

संसद के अधिवेशन की अवधि किस आधार पर निर्धारित होती है?