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Which of the following is/are included in the Directive Principles of State Policy?

(a)

1 Only

(b)

2 Only

(c)

Both 1 and 2

(d)

Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer

(b)

Explanation

Prohibition of consumption of intoxicants except for medicinal purposes is included in the Directive Principles of State Policy.

Microtheme: DPSP —
13 questions asked in Prelims in the past.

  1. [2021] Under the Indian Constitution, concentration of wealth violates

    • (a) the Right to Equality
    • (b) the Directive Principles of State Policy
    • (c) the Right to Freedom
    • (d) the Concept of Welfare
    Correct Answer: (B) the Directive Principles of State Policy
  2. [2020] In India, separation of judiciary from the executive is enjoined by

    • (a) the Preamble of the Constitution
    • (b) a Directive Principle of State Policy
    • (c) the Seventh Schedule
    • (d) the conventional practice
    Correct Answer: (B) a Directive Principle of State Policy
  3. [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
    Correct Answer: (D) 2 and 3 only
  4. [2020] Which part of the Constitution of India declares the ideal of Welfare State?

    • (a) Directive Principles of State Policy
    • (b) Fundamental Rights
    • (c) Preamble
    • (d) Seventh Schedule
    Correct Answer: (A) Directive Principles of State Policy
  5. [2017] Consider the following statements:
    With reference to the Constitution of India, the Directive Principles of State Policy constitute limitations upon
    1. legislative function
    2. executive function
    Which of the above statements is/are correct?

    • (a) 1 only
    • (b) 2 only
    • (c) Both 1 and 2
    • (d) Neither 1 nor 2
    Correct Answer: (D) Neither 1 nor 2
  6. [2015] The ideal of ‘Welfare State’ in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in its

    • (a) Preamble
    • (b) Directive Principles of State Policy
    • (c) Fundamental Rights
    • (d) Seventh Schedule
    Correct Answer: (B) Directive Principles of State Policy
  7. [2015] Consider the following statements regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy:
    (1) The Principles spell out the socio-economic democracy in the country
    (2) The provisions contained in these Principles are not enforceable by any court.
    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    • (a) 1 only
    • (b) 2 only
    • (c) Both 1 and 2
    • (d) Neither 1 nor 2
    Correct Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
  8. [2014] In the Constitution of India, promotion of international peace and security is included in the?

    • (a) Preamble to the constitution.
    • (b) Directive Principles of State Policy.
    • (c) Fundamental Duties.
    • (d) Ninth Schedule.
    Correct Answer: (B) Directive Principles of State Policy.
  9. [2013] Economic Justice’ as one of objectives of the Indian Constitution has been provided in

    • (a) the Preamble and the Fundamental Rights
    • (b) the Preamble and the Directive Principles of State Policy
    • (c) the Fundamental Rights and the Directive Principles of State Policy
    • (d) None of the above
    Correct Answer: (B) the Preamble and the Directive Principles of State Policy
  10. [2013] According to the Constitution of India, which of the following are fundamental for the
    governance of the country?

    • (a) Fundamental Rights
    • (b) Fundamental Duties
    • (c) Directive Principles of State Policy
    • (d) Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties
    Correct Answer: (C) Directive Principles of State Policy
  11. [2012] Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India:
    1. Securing for citizens of India a uniform civil code
    2. Organizing village Panchayats
    3. Promoting cottage industries in rural areas
    4. Securing for all workers reasonable leisure and cultural opportunities
    Which of the above are the Gandhian Principles that are reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy?

    • (a) 1, 2 and 4 only
    • (b) 2 and 3 only
    • (c) 1, 3 and 4 only
    • (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
    Correct Answer: (B) 2 and 3 only
  12. [2010] With reference to the Constitution of India, consider the following:
    1. Fundamental Rights
    2. Fundamental Duties
    3. Directive Principles of State Policy
    Which of the above provisions of the Constitution of India is/are fulfilled by the National Social Assistance Programme launched by the Government of India ?

    • (a) 1 only
    • (b) 3 only
    • (c) 1 and 3 only
    • (d) 1,2 and 3
    Correct Answer: (B) 3 only
  13. [2008] Which of the following is/are included in the Directive Principles of State Policy?

    • (a) 1 Only
    • (b) 2 Only
    • (c) Both 1 and 2
    • (d) Neither 1 nor 2
    Correct Answer: (B) 2 Only