Question

Q. With reference to the directive principles, which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?

Select the incorrect answer using the code given below:

• A. 1 and 2 only
• B. 2 and 3 only
• C. 1, 2 and 3 only
• D. None of the above.

Answer 1

The correct option is D None of the above.

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct. They lay down the framework of a democratic socialist state, aim at providing social and economic justice, and set the path towards a welfare state.

Statement 2 is correct. They represent the programme of reconstruction enunciated by Gandhi during the national movement.

Statement 3 is correct. The Constitution (Article 37) makes it clear that ‘these principles are fundamental in the governance of the country and it shall be the duty of the state to apply these principles in making laws’.