India borrowed the DPSP from the ____________ Constitution.

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Irish

Explanation:

. The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) are enshrined in Part IV (Articles 36–51) of the Indian Constitution.

. These principles were borrowed from the Constitution of Ireland (1937).

. DPSPs aim to establish a welfare state by guiding the government in policy-making.

. They are non-justiciable, meaning they are not enforceable by courts.

. However, they are fundamental in the governance of the country as per Article 37.

Information Booster:

. The Irish Constitution had adopted these principles from the Spanish Constitution.

. DPSPs include principles related to social justice, economic welfare, and international peace.

Additional Knowledge:

Australian Constitution (Option a)

. Source of Concurrent List in India.

. Inspired the provision of joint sitting of Parliament.

. Also influenced freedom of trade and commerce.

German Constitution (Option c)

. From the Weimar Constitution.

. Inspired provisions related to suspension of Fundamental Rights during Emergency.

. Influenced emergency provisions in India.

Austrian Constitution (Option d)

. Not a significant source of the Indian Constitution.

. No major provisions were borrowed from it.

. Hence, it is not related to DPSP.