Q. Which of the following articles under Part IV (Article 36-51) contain the directive principles of state policy that include scope of Gandhian principles? Answer:
Article 40, 47, 48
Notes: Most of the DPSPs reflect the ideology of socialism and welfare state. Some of them are directly inculcating the Gandhian principles for example:
Article 40: Organization of village Panchayats
Article 43: Promotion of cottage industries
Article 46: Promotion and protection of interests of educational and economic interests of SCs, STs, and other weaker sections of the society and to protect them from social injustice and exploitation
Article 47: Prohibition of consumption of intoxicating drinks and drugs which are injurious to health
Article 48: Prohibition of slaughter of cows, calves and other milch and draught cattle and to improve their breeds