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Question 91

Under the Indian Constitution, concentration of wealth violates

AOptions

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A) the Right to Equality
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B) the Directive Principles of State Policy
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C) the Right to Freedom
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D) the Concept of Welfare

BSolution

Under the Indian Constitution, the concentration of wealth violates the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP). Specifically, Article 39(c) of the DPSP states that the State shall, in particular, direct its policy towards securing 'that the operation of the economic system does not result in the concentration of wealth and means of production to the common detriment'. The DPSPs aim to establish a welfare state and promote social and economic justice, making the prevention of wealth concentration a key objective.

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CStrategy

For questions related to socio-economic objectives of the Indian state, the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs) are often the correct answer. Identify the specific DPSP that addresses the issue at hand.

DSyllabus Analysis

This question falls under Indian Polity, focusing on the Directive Principles of State Policy and their objectives regarding social and economic justice.

EQuestion Analysis

Easy. This is a direct reference to a specific provision within the Directive Principles of State Policy.