Q. Which among the following constitutional provision form the basis of India being a welfare state?
1. Fundamental Rights
2. Directive Principles of State Policy
3. Fundamental Duties
4. Preamble
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
Exp) Option a is the correct answer
Statement 1 is correct. Fundamental Rights ensure nondiscrimination, abolish untouchability and positive discrimination by state to ensure upliftment of historical downtrodden section of society like schedule caste, Schedule tribe and OBC. Thus, it seeks to establish a welfare state.
Statement 2 is correct. Directive Principles of State Policy are meant for promoting the ideal of social and economic democracy. Thus, it seeks to establish a welfare state.
Statement 3 is incorrect. Fundamental Duties serve as a reminder to citizen that while enjoying their rights, they need to conscious of their duties. It does not seek to establish a welfare state.
Statement 4 is correct. Preamble enshrines justice in socio, economic and political sphere. Thus, it also seeks to establish a welfare state.
