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title: "Part IV: Directive Principles of State Policy"
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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- Part IV of the Indian Constitution, comprising Articles 36 to 51, sets out the Directive Principles of State Policy: non-justiciable guidelines directing the State toward securing social and economic justice.
- Are Directive Principles of State Policy legally enforceable?
- How do Directive Principles differ from Fundamental Rights?
- Which Directive Principles have been given legislative effect?
- What is the significance of Article 31C in relation to Part IV?

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