X and Y me working as managers in a restaurant but they receive unequal pay for the same work. Which Article of the Directive Principles of State Policy provides for equal pay for equal work?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Article 39.
Article 39 of the Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution mandates that the State should direct its policy towards securing equal pay for equal work for both men and women. Specifically, Article 39(d) addresses this issue, aiming to eliminate wage disparity and ensure fairness in the workplace. Although not enforceable by law, these principles guide the State in creating policies to promote social and economic justice, ensuring that employees receive equal remuneration for identical work.