Multiple choice

The Directive Principles are

  1. positive instructions to the government to work for the attainment of set objectives

  2. negative injunctions to the government to refrain from encroaching on the freedom of the people

  3. directives to the state to enhance the international prestige of the country

  4. directives to the government to pursue a policy of nonalignment
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Explanation

Directive Principles are positive instructions requiring the state to actively work for social welfare objectives. This contrasts with Fundamental Rights which are largely negative injunctions preventing state encroachment on individual liberties. DPSPs compel government action, while FR restricts it.

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