Which of the following Directive Principles of State Policy is economic in nature?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Solution: The correct answer is Article 43 – Living wage for workers.
Explanation:
☛ Article 43 directs the State to secure, by suitable legislation or economic organization, to all workers a living wage, decent working conditions, and a reasonable standard of life along with social and cultural opportunities.
☛ This provision directly relates to the economic welfare of the working class and is classified under the Socialistic (economic) principles of the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP).
☛ Article 44 (Uniform Civil Code) belongs to the Liberal-Intellectual category.
☛ Article 40 (Organization of Village Panchayats) is classified under Gandhian principles.
☛ Article 48A (Protection and improvement of environment and wildlife) is part of the Liberal-Intellectual principles.
Extra Exam-Relevant Facts:
☛ The Directive Principles of State Policy are enumerated in Part IV of the Constitution, covering Articles 36 to 51.
☛ The framers of the Constitution borrowed the concept of DPSP from the Irish Constitution of 1937.
☛ According to Article 37, DPSPs are non-justiciable, meaning they are not enforceable by any court, but they are fundamental in the governance of the country.
☛ Article 43A was inserted by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976 to secure the participation of workers in the management of industries.
☛ Article 43B was inserted by the 97th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2011 to promote the voluntary formation and autonomous functioning of co-operative societies.
Important One-Liners for Upcoming Exams:
☛ Under which Article is 'Equal pay for equal work' for both men and women provided? → Article 39(d)
☛ Which Article directs the State to take steps to separate the judiciary from the executive? → Article 50
☛ Which Constitutional Amendment added Article 43B regarding co-operative societies? → 97th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2011
☛ Which Article of the Indian Constitution promotes international peace and security? → Article 51
☛ Which Article provides for just and humane conditions of work and maternity relief? → Article 42