Q18. With reference to the provisions contained in Part IV of the Constitution of India, which of the following statements is/are correct?
- They shall be enforceable by courts.
- They shall not be enforceable by any court.
- 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
Answer: D
- Statement 1 is not correct and Statement 2 is correct: Unlike the Fundamental Rights (Part III), the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) contained in Part IV (Articles 36–51) of the Constitution are nonjusticiable in nature i.e., they are not enforceable by the courts for their violation.
- Statement 3 is correct: The Constitution (Article 37) itself says that these principles are fundamental in the governance of the country. It shall be the duty of the State to apply these principles in making laws. Also, The directive Principles help the courts in examining and determining the constitutional validity of a law.
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