With reference to the provisions contained in Part IV of the Constitution of India, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. They shall be enforceable by courts.
2. They shall not be enforceable by any court.
3. The principles laid down in this part are to influence the making of laws by the State.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Explanation
Article 37 of the Constitution of India codifies the precise legal character of the Directive Principles of State Policy (Part IV):
– *’The provisions contained in this Part shall not be enforceable by any court, but the principles therein laid down are nevertheless fundamental in the governance of the country and it shall be the duty of the State to apply these principles in making laws.’*
– Statement 1 is incorrect & Statement 2 is correct: Unlike Fundamental Rights in Part III, DPSPs are expressly non-justiciable; citizens cannot file writs in courts demanding their compulsory execution.
– Statement 3 is correct: Article 37 declares these principles fundamental in governance, imposing a constitutional duty upon legislative bodies to guide the formulation of state policies and laws.
Thus, statements 2 and 3 are correct — Option D.