WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ECONOMIC PRINCIPLES AND GANDHIAN PRINCIPLES?

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Directive principles of state policy are the instructions given by the constitution to the state to bring about a just society. These principles have been classified for instance under economic , Gandhian principles.

Economic principles Gandhian principles

a. Economic principles are those principles which aims at bringing about economic welfare , growth and development of the society,and to ensure equitable distribution of wealth . These principles are based on the philosophy and ideals of Mahatam ganadhi, who propagated non violence, swaraj, satyagraha.

b. They aim to reduce disparities between the rich and poor The aim of these principles is to bring about Self rule, justice .

c. Some of these principles are to provide adequate means of livelihood to all citizens, to provide equal pay for equal work, to prevent exploitation of children etc. Some of these principles are , to promote village panchayats,promote the interest of weaker section, to promote cottage industries

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