The question (12 marks)
"The Directive Principles of State Policy are no more than pious declarations, for no court will enforce them." Examine this criticism with reference to Articles 36 and 37, and explain how the Directive Principles are classified. (12 marks)
MU Module IV; pack ch. 04-a, sections 1-5; quickref 04.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 4 · Directive Principles, Fundamental Duties, the Judiciary and Other Provisions of Constitutional Law – I.
Authorities you will need
- Article 36, Constitution of India
- Article 37, Constitution of India
- Articles 38 to 51, Constitution of India
- Article 31C, Constitution of India
- Ashoka Kumar Thakur v Union of India
- Minerva Mills Ltd. v Union of India
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