Understanding Directive Principles: Assertion & Reason Analysis

This question asks us to evaluate two statements, an Assertion (A) and a Reason (R), concerning the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs) and their role in a democratic state. We need to determine if both statements are true and if Reason (R) correctly explains Assertion (A).

Assertion (A) Importance in a Modern Democratic State

Assertion (A) states: Directive Principles are important for economic, social and political functions in a Modern Democratic State.

• Analysis: Directive Principles of State Policy are fundamental in the governance of a country. They guide the state in making laws and formulating policies. In a modern democracy, achieving economic progress (like reducing inequality), social justice (like ensuring welfare), and effective political functioning (like promoting good governance) are key goals. DPSPs provide the framework and direction for the state to pursue these goals. Therefore, Assertion (A) is considered true.

Reason (R) Core Objectives of Directive Principles

Reason (R) states: The core objectives of Directive Principles is to establish economic and social democracy.

• Analysis: The Preamble of the Indian Constitution itself envisions justice – social, economic, and political. The Directive Principles are specifically designed to translate this vision into reality by directing the state towards creating a society where economic and social disparities are minimized, and opportunities are created for all citizens. They aim to build a welfare state and establish socio-economic democracy, which are essential components of a robust modern democracy. Therefore, Reason (R) is also considered true.

Connecting Assertion (A) and Reason (R)

Now, we need to see if Reason (R) is the correct explanation for Assertion (A).

• Assertion (A) highlights the importance of DPSPs for the functioning of a modern democratic state (economic, social, political).
• Reason (R) explains *why* they are important – their core objective is to establish economic and social democracy.
• The establishment of economic and social democracy (Reason R) is precisely what makes the Directive Principles crucial for the effective economic, social, and political functions of a modern democratic state (Assertion A). They provide the foundational goals that drive these functions.
• Therefore, Reason (R) serves as the correct explanation for Assertion (A).

Conclusion

Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are factually correct statements. Furthermore, the objective stated in Reason (R) directly supports and explains the importance outlined in Assertion (A). The pursuit of economic and social democracy is the primary reason why DPSPs are vital for the functioning of a modern democratic state.

Thus, the correct option is that both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).