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The concept of the Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution was borrowed from the Constitution of which country?
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The concept of the Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution was borrowed from the Constitution of which country?

A.

England

B.

Switzerland

C.

Ireland

D.

None of the above

Correct option is C

The Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution were borrowed from the Constitution of Ireland. The framers of the Indian Constitution adopted this concept to ensure that the government, while formulating policies, would focus on promoting social and economic welfare, justice, and equality.

The Directive Principles, listed in Part IV of the Indian Constitution, aim to guide the State in the application of laws for securing a fair society. Although these principles are non-justiciable (i.e., they cannot be enforced by the courts), they are fundamental in governance and reflect the aspirations of the people. They are intended to create a social and economic democracy in India. The idea was inspired by the Irish Constitution, which had a similar provision when Ireland sought to address social and economic inequities after gaining independence.

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