DIRECTIVE PRINCIPLES OF STATE POLICY (DPSPs)
Borrowed from the Irish Constitution, Directive Principles of State Policy are enshrined in Part IV of the Indian Constitution from Articles 36 to 51. These principles act as a guide or instructions to the government while making laws . They are fundamental in governance of the country and direct the path towards a welfare state . What are these Principles? How are they classified? How are they enforced? Why do we need them? Do they suplement or contradict Fundamental Rights? And, are they perfect? Let's see. WHAT ARE THE DIRECTIVE PRINCIPLES OF STATE POLICY (DPSPs)? As mentioned, these directives are the guidelines for the State to be kept in view while framing laws. They are the goals of the government to be fulfilled over a period of time for the welfare of the people. While the Fundamental Rights enshrined in Part III of the Constitution help in achieving political democracy, DPSPs help in achieving social and economic democracy. Together they help in achieving "JUSTI