In the Constitution of India, promotion of international peace and security is included in the?
(a) Preamble to the constitution.
(b) Directive Principles of State Policy.
(c) Fundamental Duties.
(d) Ninth Schedule.
Option b : Directive Principles of State Policy
The correct answer is the Directive Principles of State Policy.
- In the Constitution of India, promotion of international peace and security is included in the "Directive Principles of State Policy".
- Article 51 says to promote international peace and security and maintain just and honourable relations between nations. It is to foster respect for international law and treaty obligations and to encourage settlement of the international dispute by arbitration.
- These provisions are contained in Part IV (Article 36–51) of the Constitution of India. However, these are not enforceable by any court.
- It is the duty of the states to consider Directive Principles while making laws for the welfare of the people.
- It is taken from the Constitution of Ireland.
- The Preamble of the Indian Constitution was adopted i.e. November 26, 1949.
- The objectives are to secure justice, liberty, equality to all citizens and promote fraternity to maintain unity and integrity of the nation.
- The Ninth Schedule of the Indian Constitution contains a list of central and state laws which cannot be challenged in courts.
- The fundamental duties are included in Article 51-A of the Indian Constitution. There are 11 fundamental duties to which citizens must abide by.