Question

What Directive Principles have been described in the Constitution?

Answer 1

The Indian Constitution (Part IV, Articles 36–51) outlines the following principles:

• Article 38: Strive to promote the welfare of people by securing justice social, economic, and political.
• Article 39: Equitable livelihood, resource distribution, equal pay, and protection of childhood.
• Article 40: Organisation of village panchayats.
• Article 41: Right to work, education, and public assistance.
• Article 42: Just and humane working conditions and maternity relief.
• Article 43: Promotion of cottage industries.
• Article 44: A Uniform civil code for all citizens.
• Article 45: Early childhood care and education.
• Article 46: Promotion of interests of Scheduled Castes and Tribes.
• Article 47: Raise the level of nutrition and public health.
• Article 48: Organization of agriculture and animal husbandry.
• Article 48A: Protection of the environment and wildlife.
• Article 49: Protection of historical monuments.
• Article 50: Separation of judiciary from the executive.
• Article 51: Promotion of international peace and security.

These principles aim to guide the State in ensuring justice, dignity, and equality, although they are not enforceable by the courts.