The question (12 marks)
Trace the relationship between the Fundamental Rights and the Directive Principles of State Policy from 1951 to 1980, and state the position that now prevails. (12 marks)
MU Module IV; pack ch. 04-a, sections 6 to 8; quickref 04 and 05.
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
- State of Madras v Champakam Dorairajan
- Kesavananda Bharati v State of Kerala
- Minerva Mills Ltd. v Union of India
- Ashoka Kumar Thakur v Union of India
- Article 31C, Constitution of India
- Article 368, Constitution of India
- Articles 15(4), 29(2) and 46, Constitution of India
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