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1. With reference to the Directive Principles of State Policy, explain the following:(b) Objective of Directive Principles(a) Meaning of Directive Principles(c) Characteristics of Directive Principles |
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Answer» The Directive Principles of State Policy are the guidelines or principles given to the federal institutes governing the state of India, to be kept in citation while framing laws and policies b.... The utility of DPSP are: provide stability and continuity in domestic and foreign policies in different spheres. help the courts in examining and determining the constitutional validity of a law. help in proper enjoyment of fundamental rights. help opposition to exercise control and influence on working of government. They aim to achieve the dreams and aspirations of the founding fathers of our constitution. c... FeaturesIn a nutshell, the Directive Principles consist of the following guidelines for the States: The State should strive to promote the welfare of the people. Maintain social order through social, economic and political justice. The State should strive towards removing economic inequality. Removal of inequality in status and opportunities. To secure adequate means of livelihood for the citizens. Equal work opportunity for both men and women. Prevent concentration of wealth in specific pockets through uniform distribution of the material resources amongst all the strata of the society. Prevention of child abuse and exploitation of workers. Protection of children against moral and material abandonment. Free legal advice for equal opportunities to avail of justice by the economically weaker section. Organisation of Village Panchayats which will work as an autonomous body working towards giving justice. Assistance to the needy including the unemployed, sick, disabled and old people. Ensure proper working conditions and a living wage. Promotion of cottage industries in rural areas. The state should endeavour towards a uniform civil code for all the citizens of India. Free and compulsory education for children below the age of 14years. Economic and educational upliftment of the SC and ST and other weaker sections of the society. Prohibition of alcoholic drinks, recreational drugs, and cow slaughter. Preservation of the environment by safeguarding the forests and the wild life. thanks |
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