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Question

Regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy, which one of the following statements is not correct ?

  1. It is the duty of the State to apply these principles in making laws.
  2. They are fundamental in governance of the country.
  3. They impose a legal duty on the State.
  4. They are merely instructions to legislature and executive.

Answer:

Option C: They impose a legal duty on the State.

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “They impose a legal duty on the State.”.

DPSPs impose a moral and political obligation, not a legal one.