The concept of “Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP)” in the Indian Constitution has been borrowed from the Constitution of which country?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Ireland
Explanation:

• The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) in the Indian Constitution are inspired by the Irish Constitution (1937).

• They provide guidelines to the State for establishing social and economic democracy.

• Part IV of the Constitution (Articles 36 to 51) deals with DPSPs.

• They are non-justiciable (not enforceable by courts) but fundamental in governance.

• Aim: To promote justice, social welfare, equality, and economic democracy.
Information Booster:

• Ireland itself borrowed the idea from the Spanish Constitution.

• DPSPs are classified into Socialist, Gandhian, and Liberal-Intellectual principles.

• Examples: Right to work, equal pay for equal work, organization of village panchayats, promotion of international peace.

• The 42nd Amendment (1976) added socialist principles like protection of environment and free legal aid.

• DPSPs supplement Fundamental Rights by guiding state policy.
Additional Knowledge:

• (b) United States of America – Source of Fundamental Rights.

• (c) United Kingdom – Source of Parliamentary system, Rule of Law.

• (d) Canada – Source of federal system with strong Centre, residuary powers.