Q18 · UPPSC current affairs · 21 September 2026 · PIB · DISHA 2 0 Scheme Legal Access Tele Law Nyaya Bandhu

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Article 39A of the Constitution of India, which relates to initiatives like Tele-Law and free legal aid, is a:

A Fundamental Right enforceable under Article 32.
B Directive Principle of State Policy (DPSP).
C Constitutional duty specified under Part IVA.
D Statutory provision enacted under the Representation of the People Act.

Correct answer: (b) Directive Principle of State Policy (DPSP).

Explanation

Option B is correct because Article 39A is a Directive Principle mandating the State to secure equal justice and free legal aid. Options A, C, and D misclassify its constitutional nature.

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