The Constitution ; Important Articles (cont......)

PART IV - Directive Principles of State Policy

Articles 36 - 51 

Article 38 (1) and (2) ; Securing a social order

Article 39 (a) (d) (e) and (f) ; Provision for equal means of livelihood

Article 39 (A) ; Equal justice and free legal aid

Article 39 (b) , (c) ; Equitable distribution pattern of resources

Article 40 ; Development of Village Panchayats

Article 41 ; Right to work and govt assistance in illness, old age, and unemployment

Article 42 ; Provision of Maternity leave

Article 43 ; Participation of workers in management ; Development of cottage industries ; Securing decent living standards and opportunities for all

Article 44 ; Securing a uniform civil code

Article 45 ; Providing free and compulsory education to children

Article 46 ; Protecting weaker section against exploitation

Article 47 ; Working towards the better health of the masses

Article 48 ; Modernisation of Agriculture and animal husbandry

Article 49 ; Maintaining historical sites

Article 50 ; Seperating Judiciary from the Executive

Article 51 ; Promoting international peace

Other Directives mentioned in the constitution

Article 350 A ; Instruction in mother tongue to children at primary level of education

Article 351 ; Promotion of Hindi

Amendments Related

7th Amendment (1956) ; Inserted Article 350 A

42nd Amendment (1977) ; Amended Article 39 ; Inserted Article 51 A

44th Amendment (1978) ; Amended Article 38

86th Amendment (2002) ; Amended Articles 45 and 51 A ; Inserted article 21 A

PART IV - A - Fundamental Duties

Article 51 A

Outlines the duties of the citizens of India . The summary of the duties is follows;

1. Abide by the constitution and respect the national flag
2. To cherish and Follow the noble ideas which inspired our freedom struggle
3. Uphold and Protect the sovereignity and integrity of the nation
4. Defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so
5. Promote harmony and spirit of brotherhood
6. Value and Preserve the rich heritage
7. Protect and improve natural environment
8. Develop scientific temper and humanism
9. Safeguard public property and abjure violence
10. Strive towards excellence in all spheres

Amendments Related

42nd Amendment (1977) ; Inserted Article 51A