Question

Consider the following Assertion [A] and Reasoning [R]:
[A] Socialism is implicit in the preamble and directive principles of state policy under the Constitution of India.
[R] The term ‘economic justice’ denotes social and economic liberties of the people.
Choose the most suitable answer.

• A. Both [A] and [R] are true
• B. Both [A] and [R] are false
• C. [A] is false, but [R] is true
• D. [A] is true, but [R] is false

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Both [A] and [R] are true

Answer 2

Socialism is indeed a fundamental aspect of the Indian Constitution, both in the Preamble and the Directive Principles of State Policy. Economic justice aims to secure social and economic equality for the people.