The Constitution of India lays down certain principles which the state should keep in its view while framing its policies. These principles are called the Directive Principles of State Policy.
Main Directive Principles of State Policy. Following are the main Directive Principles of State Policy :
- Adequate means of livelihood for all the citizens.
- Equal pay for equal work for all.
- To give financial aid to the old, the unemployed and the disabled.
- State should endeavour for prohibition of all kinds of intoxicants which are harmful for health of citizens.