GyanGramIndian Polity · Prelims 2012 Q262
Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India : 1. Securing for citizens of India a uniform civil code…
Stem and options.
Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India :
1. Securing for citizens of India a uniform civil code
2. Organizing village Panchayats
3. Promoting cottage industries in rural areas
4. Securing for all the workers reasonable leisure and cultural opportunities
Which of the above are the Gandhian Principles that are reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy?
Source: UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2012. Syllabus tags and explanation are GyanGram editorial joins for learning—not official UPSC metadata.
Correct option B
• Correct Answer: B
• Article 40 (village Panchayats) and Article 43 (cottage industries) are core Gandhian Principles reflecting Gram Swaraj and rural self-sufficiency.
• Article 44 (uniform civil code) is a Liberal-Intellectual Principle; securing worker leisure is treated as a Socialistic Principle, not Gandhian.
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Rights, Directives & Duties
POL-U03Chapter
Directive Principles of State Policy
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