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Consider the following statements regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy applicable to governance in states like Haryana: 1. They are justifiable in nature and can be enforced through courts of law. 2. They are fundamental in the governance of the country and it shall be the duty of the State to apply these principles in making laws. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only✓ Correct Answer
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
💡 Solution & Explanation
Directive Principles of State Policy contained in Part IV of the Constitution are non-justiciable, meaning they cannot be enforced by any court. However, Article 37 explicitly declares them to be fundamental in the governance of the country and imposes a moral and political obligation on the State to apply them in lawmaking.
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