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UPSC Prelims PYQ 2014: Where promotion of international peace is placed in...

In the Constitution of India, promotion of international peace and security is included in the

  1. Preamble to the Constitution
  2. Directive Principles of State Policy
  3. Fundamental Duties
  4. Ninth Schedule

Explanation

Option (b) is correct
  • The promotion of international peace and security is included in Article 51 of the Indian Constitution, which is part of the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP).
  • It directs the State to:
    • promote international peace and security;
    • maintain just and honourable relations between nations;
    • foster respect for international law and treaty obligations in the dealings of organised peopleswith one another; and
    • encourage settlement of international disputes by arbitration.
Answer: (b) Directive Principles of State Policy; Difficulty Level: Easy
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