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With reference to the provisions contained in Part IV of the Constitution of India, which

2020

With reference to the provisions contained in Part IV of the Constitution of India, which
of the following statements is/are correct?
1. They shall be enforceable by courts.
2. They shall not be enforceable by any court.
3. The principles laid down in this part are to influence the making of laws by the State.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a)

1 only

(b)

2 only

(c)

1 and 3 only

(d)

2 and 3 only

Answer:

(d)

Easy

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Explanation

The Directive Principles are non-justiciable in nature, that is, they are not legally enforceable by the courts for their violation. Therefore, the government (Central, state and local) cannot be compelled to implement them. Hence, statements 2 and 3 are correct. Therefore the correct answer is (d).