UPSC Prelims 2013 · Question 78 of 99

UPSC Prelims 2013 question on Economic Justice Constitution

Economic Justice' as one of the objectives of the Indian Constitution has been provided in:

  1. The Preamble and the Fundamental Rights
  2. The Preamble and the Directive Principles of State Policy
  3. The Fundamental Rights and the Directive Principles of State Policy
  4. None of the above
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Answer: B. The Preamble and the Directive Principles of State Policy

Analysis

Economic Justice is explicitly mentioned in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution as part of the ideals of justice — social, economic, and political. The Directive Principles of State Policy further aim to establish economic democracy and reduce inequalities in society. Therefore, Economic Justice is reflected in both the Preamble and the Directive Principles of State Policy.

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DPSPs guide the State in promoting welfare policies and reducing concentration of wealth.

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