Q. With reference to the provisions contained in Part IV of the Constitution of India, which of the following statements is/are correct
1.They shall be enforceable by courts.
2.They shall not be enforceable by any court.
3.The principles laid down in this part are to influence the making of laws by the State.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 2 and 3 only
Correct Answer : d) 2 and 3 only
Question from UPSC Prelims 2020 GS Paper
Explanation:
Directive Principles of State Policy in the Constitution of India
Part IV of the Constitution of India deals with the Directive Principles of State Policy. These principles are guidelines or aims that the state is supposed to keep in mind while formulating laws and policies. They are meant to ensure that the state works towards creating a more equitable and just society. However, unlike the Fundamental Rights listed in Part III of the Constitution, the Directive Principles are not enforceable by any court. This means that while the state is encouraged to follow these principles, citizens cannot go to court to demand their implementation if the state fails to adhere to them.
The relevant provisions
1. They shall be enforceable by courts. – This statement is incorrect. The Directive Principles, unlike the Fundamental Rights, are not enforceable by courts. This is explicitly stated in Article 37 of the Constitution, which says that the Directive Principles “shall not be enforceable by any court”.
2. They shall not be enforceable by any court. – This statement is correct, as per Article 37 of the Constitution.
3. The principles laid down in this part are to influence the making of laws by the State. – This statement is correct. The Directive Principles are intended to guide the state in the creation of laws and policies. They embody the concept of a welfare state and aim to address issues like poverty, education, and health to ensure social and economic democracy.
Therefore, the statements 2 and 3 are correct, making option d) 2 and 3 as the right answer.
