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Which part of the Indian Constitution contains 'Directive Principles of State Policy'?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Part V
  2. Part IV-A
  3. Part IV
  4. Part III

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Part IV

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: (C) Part IV šŸ“š Explanation: Part IV of the Constitution (Articles 36 to 51) contains the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP). These are guidelines or principles for the central and state governments to keep in mind while framing laws and policies. Unlike Fundamental Rights (Part III), DPSPs are non-justiciable, meaning they cannot be enforced by any court. However, they are considered fundamental in the governance of the country.