UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 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?

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer

Correct Answer

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Directive Principles are positive obligations/guidelines directing the State (legislature and executive) to enact policies for social and economic welfare; they are not justiciable limitations restricting legislative or executive functions.

Topics: constitution of india, directive principles of state policy, nature of dpsps, polity and governance