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DPSP & Fundamental Duties — UPSC Prelims Polity previous year questions — page 2

55 solved previous year questions on DPSP & Fundamental Duties, papers from 1993 to 2023, drawn from UPSC CSE Prelims, UPSC CAPF, UPPCS. Each carries the printed answer key and the explanation from the source compilation.

1. #41Practice set
   Which of the following Directives is/ are outside the Part IV of the Indian Constitution? 1. Provision of adequate facilities for instruction in the mother-tongue at the primary stage of education. 2. Protection and improvement of the environment 3. Promotion and development of Hindi language 4. Distribution of material resources of the community in an equitable manner. 5. Consideration of the claims of the members of thf' Scheduled Tribes in the making of appointments to public services.Select the correct answer using the codes given below
   • A1 and 5 only
   • B2, 3 and 4 only
   • C1, 3 and 5 only
   • D1, 3, 4 and 5 only
   Answer: (C) 1, 3 and 5 only
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct l is correct: Instruction in mother tongue is IV of the Constitution. It states that- It shall be of every state and every local authority state to provide adequate facilities for instruction mother-tongue at the primary stage of education belonging to linguistic minority groups in Part 2 is incorrect: Protection and improvement of and to safeguard forests and wild life in is a part of DPSP under Article 3 is correct: Development of the Hindi Language Part IV of the Constitution. It shall be the duty Union to promote the spread of the Hindi language develop it so that it may serve as a medium of all the elements of the composite culture ofindiu in Part 4 is incorrect: Similarly, distribution of of the community for the common good in manner is also a part of DPSP under Article 5 is correct: Claims of SCs and STs to outside Part IV of the Constitution. The claims o

2. #42Practice set
   Which of the following are the Liberal- Intellectual Principles under the Directive Principles of State Policy? 1. Securing for all citizens a uniform civil code throughout the country. 2. Promoting cottage industries on an individual or co-operation basis in rural areas. 3. Maintaining just and honorable relations between nations and promoting international peace. 4. Taking steps to secure the participation of workers in the management of induslries.Select the correct answer using the codes given below
   • A1 and 3 only
   • B1, 2 and 4 only
   • C2 and 4 only
   • D2, 3 and 4 only
   Answer: (A) 1 and 3 only
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct l and 3 are correct: included in this category represent the liberalism. They direct the state: To secure for all citizens a uniform civil code throughout the country (Article 44). To provide early childhood care and education for all children until they complete the age of six (Article 45). To organise agriculture and animal husbandry on modern and scientific lines (Article 48). To protect and improve the environment and to safeguard forests and wild (Article 48 A). To protect monuments, places and objects of artistic or historic interest which are declared to be of national importance (Article 49). To separate the judiciary from the executive in the public services of the State (Article 50). To promote international peace and security and maintain just and honourable relations between nations; to foster respect for international law and treaty obligations, and t

3. #43Practice set
   Which of the following may be considered as a correct utility of Directive Principle of State Policy under Part IV of Constitution of India? 1. They enable the opposition to exercise influence over the operations of the government. 2. They act as a shield against any arbitrary action by the state. 3. They facilitate stability in domestic policies in spite of the changes of the party in power. 4. They can serve as a crucial test for the welfare policies of the government.Select the correct answer using the codes given below
   • A1 and 3 only
   • B2 and 4 only
   • C1, 3 and 4 only
   • D2, 3 and 4 only
   Answer: (C) 1, 3 and 4 only
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct l is correct: Directive Principles of State the opposition to exercise influence and the operations of the government. The Opposition the ruling party on the ground that its activities to the 2 is incorrect: Fundamental Rights (and Principles of State Policy) act as a shield arbitrary action by the state or any other entity. provide a roadmap for the government to follow, not legally binding and cannot be enforced in a court Statement 3 is correct: Directive Principles of State stability and continuity in domestic and in political, economic and social spheres in the changes of the party in 4 is correct: Implementation of DPSPs an indication of the government's ensuring the welfare of the people. Therefore, of DPSPs can serve as a crucial test for of the government in terms of its the welfare of the people. Important Tips Can a law be declared as unconstitutional f

4. #44Practice set
   With reference to 'Part IV of Indian Constitution', consider the following statements: 1. The Constitution has classified Directive Principles into three broad categories, viz, socialistic, Gandhian and liberal intellectual. 2. All the public authorities in India should keep in mind the ideals of directives while formulating policies and enacting laws.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
   • A1 only
   • B2 only
   • CBoth 1 and 2
   • DNeither 1 nor 2
   Answer: (B) 2 only
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct 1 is incorrect: The Constitution does not classification of Directive Principles. However, on of their content and direction, they can be three broad categories, viz, socialistic, Gandhian 2 is correct: The phrase 'Directive Principles Policy' denotes the ideals that the State should mind while formulating policies and enacting of the state includes the legislative and executive organs of the central and state governments, aii and all other public authorities in the country

5. #45Practice set
   With reference to 'Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles of State Policy (DPS consider the following statements:l. DPSPs promote the welfare of the community, whereas Fundamental Rights promote the welfare of the individuals, in general. 2. Unlike in case of violation of Fundamental rights, the courts cannot declare a law violative of any of the DPSPs as unconstitutional.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
   • A1 only
   • B2 only
   • CBoth 1 and 2
   • DNeither 1 nor 2 Fundamental Duties
   Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct l is correct: DPSPs are guidelines and are aimed at promoting the social, economic, and welfare of the community as a whole. On the FRs are guaranteed to every individual by the Constitution of India. The aim of FRs is to protect the individual liberties and freedoms of the citizens and to ensure and political 2 is correct: Courts can exercise the power review and can dedare any law or executive violates FRs as unconstitutional and void. a law violates any of the DPSPs, a citizen cannot courts and seek redressal for the violation. The declare a law violative of any of the DPSPs as and Important Tips Important Cases related to the conflict between Fundamental Rights and DPSPs Champakam Dorairajan case (1951): SC ruled that in case of any conflict between the Fundamental Rights and the Directive Principles, the former would prevail. Golaknath case (1967): SC ruled t

6. #46Practice set
   "To cherish and follow the noble ideals that inspired the national struggle for freedom" is included under which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India?
   • AThe Preamble
   • BFundamental Rights
   • CDirective Principles of State Policy
   • DFundamental Duties
   Answer: (D) Fundamental Duties
   Explanation

   Option dis the correct Duties means that the citizens in addition enjoyment of rights, also have certain obligations performed as well. In 1976, ten fundamental duties were added in the Constitution. In 2002, one Duty was d is correct. One of the fundamental "to cherish and follow the noble ideals that national struggle for a is incorrect. The Preamble to the is based on the 'Objectives Resolution', It Source of authority of the Constitution, of Indian State: like democratic, socialistic etc., of the Constitution: like justice, liberty, fraternity, and ( d) Date of adoption of the b is incorrect. The Fundamental Rights establishing 'a government of laws and not of prevents any Authoritarian regime in the country, the liberties and uf the peuple invasion by the State. They are aimed at limiting of c is incorrect. The phrase 'Directive State Policy' refers to the ideals that should be the

7. #47Practice set
   Consider the following statements regarding the Part IVA of the Constitution: 1. The provisions in this part are applicable to citizens as well as to foreigners. 2. The provisions in this part are non justiciable in nature. 3. The Parliament can enforce provisions in this part by suitable legislation.How many statements given above are correct?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • CAll three
   • DNone
   Answer: (B) Only two
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct l is incorrect. Part IVA of the Constitution deals with the Fundamental Duties. The are confined to citizens only and do not extend 2 is correct. Like the Directive Principles, duties are also non-justiciable. The not provide for direct enforcement of the by the 3 is correct. There is no legal sanction of the Fundamental Duties. At the same time, is free to enforce the Fundamental Duties legislation

8. #48Practice set
   With reference to the Fundamental Duties enshrined in the Constitution, consider the following statements: 1. They were added to the Constitution by the 44th Constitutional Amendment Act in 1978. 2. The Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution are inspired by the French Constitution.Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
   • A1 only
   • B2 only
   • CBoth 1 and 2
   • DNeither 1 nor 2
   Answer: (D) Neither 1 nor 2
   Explanation

   Option dis the correct 1 is incorrect. Fundamental Duties were the Constitution by the 42nd Constitutional in 1976. They were added on the recommendations duties by Sardar Swaran Singh amendment added Part IVA to the Constitution. consists of only Article with 11 for the 2 is incorrect. The Fundamental Duties in Constitution are inspired by the Soviet Constitution

9. #49Practice set
   Which of the following is/are among the Fundamental Duties of dtizens laid down in the Indian Constitution? 1. To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture 2. To protect the weaker sections from social injustice 3. To develop the scientific temper and spirit of inquiry 4. To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activitySelect the correct answer using the codes given below
   • A1 and 2 only
   • B2 only
   • C1, 3 and 4 only
   • D1, 2, 3 and 4
   Answer: (C) 1, 3 and 4 only
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct Fundamental duties were incorporated to emphasize of the citizen in exchange for the that he or she enjoys. The Fundamental incorporated in Part IV-A of the Constitution by 42nd Amendment Act, to Article it shall be the duty of every India: G to value and preserve the rich heritage of the country's composite culture; Hence, statement l is correct. to develop scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform; Hence, statement 3 is correct. to strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity so that the nation constantly rises to higher levels of endeavour and achievement; Hence, statement 4 is the weaker sections from social injustice been enshrined in the Fundamental Duties. 2 is incorrect

10. #50Practice set
    Which of the following statements is/ are true of the Fundamental Duties of an Indian citizen? 1. A legislative process has been provided to enforce these duties. 2. They are correlative to legal duties.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (D) Neither 1 nor 2
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct l is incorrect. Fundamental duties are in a court of law. Parliament has not or punishment for the imposition of Swarna Singh committee recommended a provision whereby Parliament can impose the non-compliance of Fundamental Duties. was not accepted and hence there is for enforcement of Fundamental 2 is incorrect. There is no correlation duties with a legal duty. For example, one Fundamental Duty is to promote Scientific and and other is to Strive Towards Excellence, but no law which mandate it to be done

11. #51Practice set
    Consider the following statements regarding Fundamental Duties: 1. Some of them are moral duties while others are civic duties. 2. There is no legal sanction against their violation.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct 1 is correct. Some of the fundamental moral duties while others are civic duties. For noble ideals of freedom struggle is a moral respecting the Constitution, National Flag and is a civic 2 is correct. There is no legal sanction violation of any of the fundamental duty

12. #52Practice set
    Which of the following legal provisions give effect to some of the Fundamental Duties enshrined in the Constitution? 1. The Wildlife (Protection) Act of 1972 2. The Representation of People Act of 1951 3. The Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act of 1971Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 and 2 only
    • B2 and 3 only
    • C1 only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (D) 1, 2 and 3
    Explanation

    Opt.ion d is the correct l is correct. The Wildlife (Protection) Act prohibits trade in rare and endangered species. effect to the duty to protect and improve the including forests, lakes, rivers and to have compassion for living 2 is correct. The Representation of People provides for the disqualification of the Parliament or a state legislature for between different sections of people on grounds race, language, religion and so on. It gives effect duty to promote harmony and the spirit of amongst all the people of India linguistic and regional or sectional 3 is correct. The Prevention of Insults to Act ( 1971) prevents disrespect to the India, the National Flag and the National Anthem. It gives effect to the duty to abide by the Constitution its ideals and institutions, the National Flag National Anthem

13. #53Practice set
    With reference to Indian polity, consider the following statements: 1. The original constitution contained only the fundamental rights and not the fundamental duties. 2. Framers of the constitution incorporated the duties of the State in the Constitution in the form of Directive principles of state policy.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct to Article 5 of the Indian constitution, be the duty of every citizen of India to abide by l is correct: The original constitution the fundamental rights and not the 2 is correct: Framers of the Indian the duties of the State in the Constitution form of Directive Principles of State Polity. Later the fundamental duties of citizens were added to In 2002, one more Fundamental Duty

14. #54Practice set
    Consider the following statements regarding the Fundamental Duties enshrined in the Constitution of India: 1. The Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution are inspired from the Irish Constitution. 2. In 1976, the Balwant Rai Mehta committee recommended the inclusion of Fundamental Duties into the Constitution. 3. The Fundamental Duties were added by 42nd and 86th Constitutional Amendment Acts.How many of the above given statements is/ are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone Cooperatives
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct l is incorrect: The Indian Constitution from the Constitution of Countries like UK, Ireland, Japan, Canada, etc. The Part IV A of that is the Fundamental Duties are the Comtitution of Union 2 is incorrect, and Statement 3 is the Indian Constitution did not Duties. In 1976, the Congress Party set up Swaran Singh committee to make Fundamental Duties. The recommendation committee was accepted by the Government and 42 Amendment Act added a new part, IV A (Fundamental Duties) to the India. It added 10 Fundamental Duties. The Amendment Act of 2002 added one duty. Important Tips Comparison between Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties: Fundamental Rights Fundamental Duties Justiciable and enforceable Neither Justiciable nor in nature enforceable in nature Applicable to foreigners as Application is limited to well (with some exemptions) Indians only. Embedded in origi

15. #55Practice set
    The Supreme court in various cases included/reiterated various provisions as the bask features of the constitution. In this context, consider the following pairs:Cases Provisions included/ reiterated as the Bask features 1. Kesavananda Federal character of the Bharati case constitution. 2. Minerva Mills Harmony between case Fundamental rights and Directive principles. 3. S.R. Bommai Principle of secularism case 4. M. Nagaraj Free and fair elections caseHow many of the above given pairs are correctly matched?
    • AOnly one pair
    • BOnly two pairs
    • COnly pairs
    • DAll the four pairs
    Answer: (C) Only pairs
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct l is correct: In the Kesavananda Bharati case (1973) court innovated the doctrine of basic structure the power of parliament and to upheld in India. The basic features added in this Federal character of the Constitution, the Constitution, Republican and democratic form Secular character of the Constitution 2 is correct: In the Minerva Mills case (1980), court included Harmony and Balance Rights and Directive Principles as the of Lhe 3 is correct: In the SR Bommai case, the reiterated the principle of secularism as one of features of the constitution. Pair 4 is In the M.Nagaraj case (2006), court reiterated the principle olf equality as one basic features of the constitution

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