Question

Which Article of the Indian Constitution directs the Indian State on foreign policy?
A. Article 51
B. Article 52
C. Article 53
D. Article 54

Answer 1

Hint:It is included in the Directive Principles of the State Policy of India. The DPSP is categorized into 6 types. It is related to the promotion of international peace.

Complete answer:
Option A – The Directive Principles of State Policy of India consists of 15 principles which are established for the purpose of governing the State keeping in mind the laws and policies. The provisions related to this are contained in Part IV of the Indian Constitution. Article 51 of the Constitution states that the State shall strive to maintain and promote international peace and security, build just and honorable relations among nations, respect the international laws and treaty duties and settle the international disputes by arbitration. So, it is the relevant answer.
Option B – Article 52 states that there shall be a President of India who shall be the head of the state of Republic of India. So, it is not the correct answer.
Option C – Article 53 states about the executive powers of the Union which is in the hands of the President to be exercised by him or by the officer subordinate to him. So, it is also not the correct answer
Option D – Article 54 states that the President shall be elected by both the houses, i.e. Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha as well as by the Legislative Assemblies of the State. So, it is also not the appropriate answer.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option A.

Note:The Directive Principles of State Policy came on the recommendation of Sapru Committee.
It was suggested in 1945 and regarded as an instrument of instruction under the Government of India Act, 1935. It is divided into three types on the basis of content and direction, i.e. Socialistic Principles, Gandhian Principles and Liberal-Intellectual Principles.