Question

Q. Consider the following statements related to the Directive Principles of the State Policy (DPSP)

Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. 2 and 3 only
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is incorrect. The idea of DPSP has been borrowed from the Irish Constitution.
• Statement 2 is incorrect. As per Article 37, the provisions contained in part IV of the constitution i.e DPSP are not enforceable by the court of law. But the principles therein laid down are nevertheless fundamental in the governance of the country and it shall be the duty of the State to apply these principles in making laws.
• Statement 3 is incorrect. The nature of the DPSP can be categorized under the three broad categories - Socialist, Gandhian, and Liberal.