Welfare State Ideals in the Constitution — UPSC Prelims PYQ 2020
Which part of the constitution of India declares the ideals of the welfare state?
- Directive Principles of State policy
- Fundamental Rights
- Preamble
- Seventh Schedule
Explanation
Option (a) is correct
- Articles 36 to 51 of the Indian Constitution outline the Directive Principles of State Policy, which serve as guidelines for the state (non-justiciable) in its pursuit of establishing a welfare state focused on social and economic justice. These principles stress the importance of ensuring a living wage, securing rights to work, education, and public health, and providing for the welfare of children and women. Additionally, they advocate for the creation of a social order where justice is integral to all institutions and practices within the nation.
Answer: (a) Directive Principles of State policy; Difficulty Level: Easy
