OPSC OAS 2019 PrelimsPolityQuestion 5
Solved previous year question from the OPSC OAS/OCS 2019 Preliminary Examination (General Studies), with the official answer key and a detailed explanation.
Question
In which part of the Constitution does the concept of welfare state find elaboration ?
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Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: (C) Directive Principle of State Policy
The concept of welfare state finds its most detailed elaboration in Part IV of the Constitution, which contains the Directive Principles of State Policy (Articles 36-51).
Why DPSP elaborates the welfare state concept
- Article 38: State to promote welfare of people by securing social, economic and political justice
- Article 39: Adequate means of livelihood, equal pay for equal work, protection of workers
- Article 41: Right to work, education, and public assistance
- Article 42: Just and humane conditions of work and maternity relief
- Article 43: Living wages and decent standard of life for workers
- Article 47: Duty to raise nutrition levels and standard of living
