Which of the following is a Directive Principle of State Policy under the Indian Constitution?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Promotion of international peace.
Explanation:
● Article 51 of the Indian Constitution, which is a Directive Principle of State Policy, mandates the State to promote international peace and security.
● It also encourages the settlement of international disputes by arbitration and maintaining just and honorable relations between nations.
● The other options listed (abjuring violence, scientific temper, respecting the National Anthem) are actually part of the Fundamental Duties under Article 51A.
Information Booster:
● Directive Principles (Part IV, Articles 36-51) are non-justiciable but fundamental to governance.
● They were borrowed from the Irish Constitution.
● They aim to establish a welfare state by providing social and economic justice.
Additional Knowledge:
● Fundamental Duties – Added by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976, on the recommendation of the Swaran Singh Committee.
● Fundamental Rights – Enshrined in Part III, these are justiciable and protect individual liberties.