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Directive Principles of State Policy Quiz for Students
Apart from Fundamental Rights, which parts of the Indian Constitution reflect the principles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?
I. Preamble
II. Directive Principles of State Policy
III. Fundamental Duties
(a) I and II only
(b) Only II
(c) I and III only
(d) I, II, and III
Option d – I, II, and III
According to the Minerva Mills case, a law is protected under Article 31C if
(a) it is enacted to enforce the Directives in Article 39(b) and (c)
(b) it is enacted to enforce any Directive Principle
(c) it is in conflict with a Fundamental Right
(d) None of the above
Option a – it is enacted to enforce the Directives in Article 39(b) and (c)
Who referred to the Directive Principles of State Policy as a “cheque payable at the Bank’s convenience”?
(a) BR Ambedkar
(b) KM Munshi
(c) Rajendra Prasad
(d) KT Shah
Option d – KT Shah
In which case did the Supreme Court reject the attempt to give Directive Principles precedence over Fundamental Rights?
(a) Indian Sawhney vs Union of India
(b) Shankari Prasad vs Union of India
(c) Minerva Mills vs Union of India
(d) Bennet Coleman vs Union of India
Option c – Minerva Mills vs Union of India
Which of the following statements about Directive Principles of State Policy are correct?
(a) Fundamental Rights limit government action, while Directive Principles encourage government action.
(b) Directive Principles are not enforceable in courts and do not create legal rights for individuals.
(c) The Supreme Court in the Kesavananda Bharati case held that Directive Principles are a basic feature of the Constitution.
(d) All of the above
Option d – All of the above
Where does the Indian Constitution mention the protection of the environment, forests, and wildlife?
(a) Only in the Directive Principles of State Policy
(b) Only in the Fundamental Duties
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) None of the above
Option c – Both (a) and (b)
Which statements correctly highlight the differences between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles?
I. Fundamental Rights impose restrictions on the government, while Directive Principles provide positive instructions.
II. Fundamental Rights are enforceable in courts, while Directive Principles are not.
III. Fundamental Rights have a constitutional foundation, while Directive Principles are based on tradition.
(a) I and II
(b) I and III
(c) I, II, and III
(d) None of the above
Option a – I and II
Which statements do not accurately reflect the differences between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles?
I. Directive Principles promote social welfare, while Fundamental Rights protect individual freedoms.
II. Fundamental Rights restrict government actions, while Directive Principles direct the government to pursue social justice.
III. Fundamental Rights were part of the original Constitution, while Directive Principles were introduced later.
IV. Fundamental Rights can be amended, but Directive Principles cannot.
(a) I and II
(b) II and III
(c) III and IV
(d) I, II, and III
Option c – III and IV
According to the Indian Constitution, which of the following is essential for the governance of the country?
(c) Directive Principles of State Policy
(d) Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties
Option c – Directive Principles of State Policy
Article 46 of the Indian Constitution promotes the educational and economic interests of which group?
(a) Religious minorities
(b) Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and other weaker sections
(c) Displaced people from large irrigation projects
(d) Economically disadvantaged individuals
Option b – Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and other weaker sections
The separation of the judiciary from the executive in India is provided under
(a) the Preamble of the Constitution
(b) a Directive Principle of State Policy
(c) the Seventh Schedule
(d) a conventional practice
Option b – a Directive Principle of State Policy
Which of the following Directive Principles was included in the Constitution at a later stage?
(a) Establishment of village panchayats
(b) Ban on cow slaughter
(c) Provision of free legal aid
(d) Implementation of a uniform civil code
Option c – Provision of free legal aid
Which Directive Principle promotes international peace and security?
(a) Article 41
(b) Article 43A
(c) Article 48A
(d) Article 51
Option d – Article 51
What is the main objective of introducing a uniform civil code in the Directive Principles?
(a) Economic equality
(b) National security
(c) National integration
(d) Support for the weaker sections of society
Option c – National integration
Which Article of the Indian Constitution directs the state to create a social order that ensures justice in social, economic, and political spheres?
(a) Article 37
(b) Article 38
(c) Article 39
(d) Article 39A
Option b – Article 38
Which Article of the Indian Constitution instructs the state government to organize village Panchayats?
(a) Article 33
(b) Article 40
(c) Article 48
(d) Article 50
Option b – Article 40
Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for worker participation in the management of industries?
(a) Article 43
(b) Article 43A
(c) Article 45
(d) Article 47
Option b – Article 43A
Which provision in the Constitution directs the state to form village Panchayats?
(a) Article 32
(b) Article 40
(c) Article 48
(d) Article 57
Option b – Article 40
Which of the following are included as Directive Principles in the Constitution?
I. Complete economic freedom for consumers and producers.
II. Regulation of the country’s economy to avoid concentration of wealth and resources.
III. Ensuring a decent standard of living and leisure time for all workers.
IV. Protection and improvement of the environment, forests, and wildlife.
(a) II and III
(b) II, III, and IV
(c) II and IV
(d) III and IV
Option d – III and IV
Which of the following is incorrectly matched?
(a) Right to adequate livelihood – Article 39
(b) Equal pay for equal work – Article 39
(c) Opportunity to the children – Article 39
(d) Ownership of resources for the common good – Article 39
Option c – Opportunity to the children – Article 39
Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched?
(a) Article 42 – Humane work conditions and maternity relief
(b) Article 40 – Establishment of village Panchayats
(c) Article 47 – Ban on intoxicating drinks
(d) Article 50 – Protection of historic monuments
Option d – Article 50 – Protection of historic monuments
Article 40 of the Constitution guides the state to work towards
(a) A uniform civil code
(b) Establishment of village Panchayats
(c) Formation of municipalities
(d) Providing living wages to workers
Option b – Establishment of village Panchayats
Article 51 of the Indian Constitution encourages the state to
I. Promote international peace and security.
II. Maintain fair and respectful relations with other nations.
III. Settle international disputes through arbitration.
(a) I and II
(b) I and III
(c) II and III
(d) I, II, and III
Option d – I, II, and III
The Directive Principles in the Constitution limit which of the following?
I. Legislative powers
II. Executive powers
(a) Only I
(b) Only II
(c) Both I and II
(d) Neither I nor II
Option d – Neither I nor II
Which constitutional amendment gave Directive Principles priority over Fundamental Rights?
(a) 24th Amendment
(b) 25th Amendment
(c) 36th Amendment
(d) 42nd Amendment
Option d – 42nd Amendment
Which of the following is not correctly matched?
(a) Article 39A – Equal justice and free legal aid
(b) Article 40 – Formation of village Panchayats
(c) Article 44 – Uniform civil code
(d) Article 48 – Separation of judiciary from executive
Option d – Article 48 – Separation of judiciary from executive
According to Part IV of the Indian Constitution, which statements are correct?
I. These provisions can be enforced by courts.
II. These provisions cannot be enforced by any court.
III. These guidelines should shape the laws made by the state.
(a) I only
(b) II only
(c) I and III only
(d) II and III only
Option d – II and III only
Assertion: Directive Principles of State Policy are not legally enforceable.
Reason: Directive Principles are positive responsibilities placed on the state.
(a) Both the assertion and reason are correct, and the reason explains the assertion.
(b) Both the assertion and reason are correct, but the reason does not explain the assertion.
(c) The assertion is correct, but the reason is incorrect.
(d) The assertion is incorrect, but the reason is correct.
Option b – Both the assertion and reason are correct, but the reason does not explain the assertion.
Consider the following statements about Directive Principles:
I. They describe socio-economic democracy in the nation.
II. Their provisions cannot be enforced by courts.
(a) Only I
(b) Only II
(c) Both I and II
(d) Neither I nor II
Option c – Both I and II
Which of the following are part of the ‘Socialistic’ Directive Principles?
I. Preventing the concentration of wealth.
II. Right to work.
III. Separation of judiciary from the executive.
IV. Scientific development of agriculture.
(a) I and II
(b) I, II, and III
(c) II and IV
(d) I, II, III, and IV
Option a – I and II
Consider the following statements:
I. Directive Principles of State Policy limit the law-making powers.
II. Directive Principles of State Policy limit executive actions.
(a) Only I
(b) Only II
(c) Both I and II
(d) Neither I nor II
Option d – Neither I nor II
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