Question

Q. During a speech in the constituent assembly, Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar said that these were not mere pious declarations but an instrument of instructions. He further added that the ruler would have to respect these principles.

In the above passage, Ambedkar pointed to:

• A. Fundamental rights
• B. Directive principles of state policy
• C. Objective enshrined under preamble
• D. Fundamental duties

Answer 1

The correct option is B Directive principles of state policy

Explanation:

Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar had categorically said that Directive Principles were not intended to be mere pious declarations. They were instead in the nature of instruments of instruction and whoever captured the power, would have to abide by them.

• He said that It was not like that only lip service would be given to them but they should form the basis of all executive and legislative actions.
• These principles were more or less same as the instrument of instructions provided under the Government of India Act, 1935.