Directive Principles – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. 25. The Directive Principles can be amended by:

   • A. A simple majority in Parliament
   • B. A special majority in Parliament
   • C. Consent of the states
   • D. A referendum

2. 26. In case of a conflict between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles, which generally prevails?

   • A. Fundamental Rights
   • B. Directive Principles
   • C. Depends on the case
   • D. Neither prevails

3. 27. The concept of 'economic justice' as envisioned in the Preamble is realized through:

   • A. Fundamental Rights
   • B. Directive Principles
   • C. Fundamental Duties
   • D. The Constitution as a whole

4. 28. The 42nd Amendment Act, 1976 added which new Directive Principle?

   • A. Equal pay for equal work
   • B. Free legal aid
   • C. Right to education
   • D. Protection of monuments

5. 29. The 86th Amendment Act, 2002 had implications for the Directive Principles by:

   • A. Removing the right to property
   • B. Adding the right to education as a Fundamental Right
   • C. Adding Fundamental Duties
   • D. Modifying the Preamble

6. 30. Which Directive Principle has seen the most legislative implementation in India?

   • A. Organization of village panchayats
   • B. Uniform civil code
   • C. Protection of environment
   • D. Separation of judiciary from executive

7. 31. The Supreme Court has used Directive Principles in:

   • A. Interpreting Fundamental Rights
   • B. Striking down laws
   • C. Amending the Constitution
   • D. Impeaching the President

8. 32. The Directive Principles are a 'novel feature' of the Indian Constitution, as described by:

   • A. B.R. Ambedkar
   • B. Jawaharlal Nehru
   • C. Rajendra Prasad
   • D. K.M. Munshi

9. 33. Which of the following is a Directive Principle related to international relations?

   • A. Organization of village panchayats
   • B. Uniform civil code
   • C. Protection of environment
   • D. Promotion of international peace and security