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Fundamental Rights & DPSP
Question No. 72Interactive Test Mode
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Q72. In India, separation of judiciary from the executive is enjoined by

In India, separation of judiciary from the executive is enjoined by

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Correct Answer: Option (B) — A Directive Principle of State Policy

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Article 50 of the Constitution of India, contained in Part IV (Directive Principles of State Policy), directs the State to take steps to separate the judiciary from the executive in the public services of the State.

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2020 (Q72)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicPolity → Fundamental Rights & DPSP
Official Answer KeyOption (B) — (b) A Directive Principle of State Policy

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Frequently Asked Questions — UPSC Prelims 2020 Q72

What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2020 GS Paper I Question 72 (Polity)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2020 Polity (Fundamental Rights & DPSP) question is Option (B): "(b) A Directive Principle of State Policy". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

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This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Polity" and micro-topic "Fundamental Rights & DPSP". You can explore all repeated questions from Fundamental Rights & DPSP in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

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