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Which of the following is NOT a correct classification of the Directive Principles of State Policy?
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Which of the following is NOT a correct classification of the Directive Principles of State Policy?

A.

The economic and social principles

B.

Principles for the International Peace and Security

C.

The Gandhian Principles

D.

The Nehru Principles

Correct option is D

The Correct Answer is: (d) The Nehru Principles
Explanation:
The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs), enshrined in Part IV (Articles 36 to 51) of the Indian Constitution, are non-justiciable guidelines to be followed by the State for establishing a welfare state. Scholars and jurists have broadly classified them into three main categories:
  1. Social and Economic Principles – e.g., right to work, equal pay, health, education.

  2. Gandhian Principles – e.g., village panchayats, promotion of cottage industries, prohibition, upliftment of SCs/STs.

  3. Liberal-Intellectual (or International) Principles – e.g., international peace and security, uniform civil code, separation of judiciary and executive.

 Information Booster:
  • Article 38 directs the state to strive for social order and eliminate inequalities.​​
  • Inspired by the Irish Constitution and elements of Gandhian philosophy.

  • Aim to promote economic democracy, social justice, and international harmony.

  • The 42nd Amendment Act (1976) added new DPSPs like environment protection (Article 48A) and child development (Article 39F).

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