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Which of the following is true about Fundamental Rights and DPSPs?
Question

Which of the following is true about Fundamental Rights and DPSPs?

A.

Both are justiciable and enforceable by courts

B.

DPSPs override Fundamental Rights when in conflict

C.

Fundamental Rights are justiciable, but DPSPs are not

D.

DPSPs are guaranteed by the Constitution; Fundamental Rights are optional

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Fundamental Rights are justiciable, but DPSPs are not.
• Fundamental Rights (Part III) are enforceable by courts.
• Directive Principles of State Policy (Part IV) are non-justiciable guidelines.
Information Booster
• DPSPs are inspired by the Irish Constitution.
• Fundamental Rights are inspired by the US Constitution.
• Courts attempt harmonious construction between FRs and DPSPs.
• Article 37 states DPSPs are non-enforceable.
Additional Knowledge
• DPSPs aim to establish a welfare state.
• Key DPSPs: Article 39, 42, 44.
• FRs can be enforced via Article 32 and 226.
• Minerva Mills Case (1980) upheld balance between FRs and DPSPs.

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