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Articles 36–51 · Part IV · Inspired by Irish Constitution

Directive
Principles.

“Non-justiciable, yet fundamental in governance — these principles are the conscience of the Constitution's socioeconomic vision for India.”

DPSPs are not enforceable by courts but are fundamental in governance. In Kesavananda Bharati (1973), the Supreme Court ruled DPSPs cannot override Fundamental Rights.

Socialistic Principles

Gandhian Principles

Liberal-Intellectual Principles