With reference to the Directive Principles of State policy contained in the Constitution of India, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Article 37 of the Constitution of India provides that the Directive Principles of State Policy are enforceable in the High Courts only.
2. Article 38 provides that the State shall strive to minimise the inequalities in income amongst individuals and groups of people.
3. Article 39 provides that the State shall direct its policy towards securing that there is equal pay for equal work for both men and women.

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Only 2 and 3.
· The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) are guidelines for the governance of India and aim to establish a social and economic order that promotes justice and equality.
· However, they are not legally enforceable by courts, unlike Fundamental Rights.
Let’s analyse statements.
1. Article 37 of the Constitution of India provides that the Directive Principles of State Policy are enforceable in the High Courts only.
· This statement is incorrect. Article 37 explicitly states that the Directive Principles are not enforceable in any court of law, meaning that they cannot be made the basis of any legal suit. The purpose of DPSP is to guide the State in framing laws and policies, but they are not subject to judicial enforcement.
2. Article 38 provides that the State shall strive to minimise the inequalities in income amongst individuals and groups of people.
· This statement is correct. Article 38 of the Constitution directs the State to take steps to promote welfare and minimize inequalities of income, ensuring the economic welfare of citizens by striving for social and economic justice.
3. Article 39 provides that the State shall direct its policy towards securing that there is equal pay for equal work for both men and women.
· This statement is correct. Article 39 of the Constitution ensures that the State’s policies aim to provide equal pay for equal work for both men and women, promoting gender equality in employment and work conditions.