Q. Which of the following provision/s is/are covered under article 39?
1.The right to adequate means of livelihood for all citizens.
2.The equitable distribution of material resources of the community for the common good.
3.Equal pay for equal work for men and women.
Choose the correct answer from below given codes:

[A] 1 only

[B] 1 and 2 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation: Socialistic principles reflect the ideology of socialism. They lay down the framework of a democratic socialist state, aim at providing social and economic justice, and set the path towards welfare state. They direct the state: To secure

  • the right to adequate means of livelihood for all citizens;
  • the equitable distribution of material resources of the community for the common good;
  • prevention of concentration of wealth and means of production;
  • equal pay for equal work for men and women;
  • preservation of the health and strength of workers and children against forcible abuse; and
  • opportunities for healthy development of children (Article 39).

Source: Laxmikanth Polity

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