Distinguish between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles of State Policy.
Fundamental Rights | Directive Principles of State Policy |
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They are provided in Part III of the Constitution. | They are provided in Part IV of the Constitution. |
They are justiciable and citizens can seek protection from a High Court or Supreme Court. | They are not justiciable or enforceable by any court of law. |
They are privileges for citizens to enjoy. | They are to be used by the government to create privileges for the citizens. |
They act as a certain kind of restriction on the State. | They are directions for the State to attain a certain set of objectives. |
Their objective is to establish political democracy. | Their objective is to establish a WelfareState. |
Since they are concerned with an individual’s rights, their scope is limited. | As they deal with a wide range of subjects including international peace and security, their scope is wide. |