6. Directive Principles of State Policy, though not legally enforceable in a court of law, are perceived as 'conscience of the Constitution’ and are fundamental to governance of the country. Comment.

Approach:

♤ Introduce in brief the rationale behind DPSP, and its criticism of being non- justiciable.

♤ List provisions that make them ‘fundamental’ for good governance.

♤ Enumerate some legislation that operationalized DPSP to highlight their relevance.