Consider the following statements: With reference to the Constitution of India, the Directive Principles of State Policy constitute limitations upon1. legislative function.2. executive function.Which of the above statements is/are correct?
✓ Correct answer: d) Neither 1 nor 2
ExplanationThe directive principles are in the nature of instruments of instruction to the government of the day to achieve certain ends by their actions.Directive Principles of State Policy does not impose any limitations on any organ of the State but they act as moral and political obligations for the state to pursue welfare-oriented policies.It is a guideline that the government of the day can use for the welfare of the socially and economically backward classes while framing any rules.It is the fundamental rights that constitute limitations upon state action (whether legislative or executive).SUPER HINT DPSPs are guiding principles, not binding restrictions.They are meant to guide legislation and executive actions — not limit them.So logically, "limitation" ≠ guidance.Hence both statements are likely false.76
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