π Article 39 β Directive Principles of State Policy Article
π Article 39 β Directive Principles of State Policy
Article 39 is part of Part IV of the Indian Constitution, which contains the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs). These are guidelines for the government to follow when making laws and policies, with the goal of ensuring economic and social justice.
βοΈ These principles are not legally enforceable in court, but they are fundamental to the governance of the country.
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πΉ What Article 39 says:
The State shall, in particular, direct its policy towards securing:
(a) That all citizens β men and women β have the right to an adequate means of livelihood.
(b) That the ownership and control of material resources of the community are so distributed as to best serve the common good.
(c) That the economic system does not result in the concentration of wealth and means of production in the hands of a few.
(d) That there is equal pay for equal work for both men and women.
(e) That the health and strength of workers (men and women) and the tender age of children are not abused.
(f) That children are given opportunities and facilities to develop in a healthy manner and in conditions of freedom and dignity, and that childhood and youth are protected against exploitation and moral and material abandonment.
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π― Purpose of Article 39:
β’ Promote economic equality
β’ Prevent wealth concentration
β’ Ensure gender equality
β’ Protect children and workers
β’ Guide the government to build a fairer society
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Summary Table:
Aspect Description
π Article 39
π Part of Constitution Part IV β Directive Principles of State Policy
βοΈ Enforceable in Court? β No (non-justiciable)
π§ Purpose Economic justice, equal opportunity, welfare of citizens
π« Focus Areas Livelihood, equal pay, childrenβs rights, workersβ safety, resource distribution
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