History & Civics
Suppose you are made the minister for Social Welfare. What measures would you initiate for the welfare of weaker sections of the society?
Answer
Weaker section of society in India in ordinary sense refers to the section of population who are socially, economically, politically and educationally backward than the other section. They suffer due to their backwardness. Our constitution has many provisions for welfare of weaker sections in Indian society. The Directive principles provide us guideline for drafting policies for them.
If I would have been made Minister of Social Welfare, I would have given emphasis on their education because education is the ultimate tool that can help them to uplift their conditions. They should be aware about their rights. My priorities for their upliftment would have been:
- Providing them with healthcare and education facilities.
- Self employment schemes for them in order to make them self dependent.
- Provisions for vocational training of men and women.
- Eradicating corruption as it will help to realization of all the policies made for the people.
Related Questions
There are differences of opinion regarding the significance of both the Directive Principles and the Fundamental Rights. In this context explain the following:
(a) State any three differences between the Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles of State Policy.
(b) How do the Directive Principles complement Fundamental Rights?
(c) What is the importance of Directive Principles?
With reference to the concept of a 'Welfare State', answer the following questions:
(a) What is meant by a 'Welfare State'?
(b) How does the Constitution of India seek to establish India as a Welfare State?
(c) Mention any four government schemes aimed at social upliftment of the poor.
The Directive Principles are guidelines to be followed by the government in the governance of the country. Explain with one example each, government schemes under the following heads:
(a) Social Equality and Justice
(b) Economic Welfare
(c) Foreign Policy.
Why do you think the Directive Principles of State Policy are not justiciable by any court of law? Give reasons to support your answer.