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Article 39 of the Constitution directs the State to secure which of the following?
Question

Article 39 of the Constitution directs the State to secure which of the following?

A.

Equal pay for equal work

B.

Right to work

C.

Right to privacy

D.

State to secure a social order

Correct option is A

The correct answer is:(a) Equal pay for equal work

Explanation:
Article 39 of the Indian Constitution is a part of the Directive Principles of State Policy. It directs the State to ensure thatmen and women receive equal pay for equal work, and that citizens have the right to adequate means of livelihood, among other socio-economic goals.
Information Booster:
  • It also calls forequal distribution of wealth and resources.

  • Belongs to Part IV (Article 36–51) of the Constitution.

  • Not enforceable by court butfundamental in governance.

  • Inspired by theIrish Constitutionand ideals of welfare state.

Additional Information:
  • Right to work: Mentioned inArticle 41.

  • Right to privacyFundamental Right under Article 21.

  • Social order: Promoted underArticle 38.

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