Which of the following statements is correct about the Directive Principles of State Policy of the Indian Constitution?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Is described as 'novel feature of the Constitution.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Indian Constitution, referred to the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) as a "novel feature of the Constitution." These principles are designed to guide the State in policy-making and governance to establish social and economic democracy.
DPSPs are non-justiciable, meaning they cannot be enforced by courts, but they provide essential guidelines for the government to follow. Part IV of the Indian Constitution (Articles 36 to 51) outlines these principles.
Why Not the Other Options?
"Consists of Art. 12 to 32":
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Incorrect – Articles 12 to 32 relate to Fundamental Rights, not DPSP. DPSPs are covered under Articles 36 to 51.
"It has been borrowed from the Soviet Union":
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Incorrect – DPSP is inspired by the Irish Constitution (specifically from the Directive Principles of Social Policy). The concept of planning comes from the Soviet Union.
"They are enumerated in Part II of the Constitution":
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Incorrect – Part II deals with citizenship; DPSPs are in Part IV.