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What is a welfare state?

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A state which promotes the well-being of its citizens.
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A state which promotes good relations with its neighbours.
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A state which does not impose any tax on imported goods.
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A state where the President is chosen by the people.
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The correct option is A A state which promotes the well-being of its citizens.
A ‘welfare state’ refers to a state which plays a key role in the protection and promotion of the economic and social well-being of all its citizens. Welfare state ensures social and economic democracy. For India to become a welfare state, our constitution provides the Directive Principles of State Policy in Part IV.

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