Question

The Directive Principles of State Policy are contained in Chapter _____IV of the Constitution.
1. Article 36 to Article 51
2. Article 52 to Article 61
3. Article 25 to Article 85
4. Article 18 to Article 24

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Article 36 to Article 51

The correct answer is Article 36 to Article 51.

• The Directive Principles of State Policy are contained in Chapter IV from Article 36 to Article 51 of the Constitution.
• DPSPs are borrowed from the Constitution of Ireland, which had copied it from the Spanish Constitution.
• Part IV of the Indian Constitution contains Directive Principles of State Policy.
• Government has to keep in mind all DPSPs while formulation any law.

Some important Articles under DPSPs:

Article 39	To secure opportunities for the healthy development of children.
Article 44	Secure for all citizens a uniform civil code throughout the country.
Article 50	Separate the judiciary from the executive in the public services of the State.
Article 47	Prohibit the consumption of intoxicating drinks and drugs which are injurious to health.