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Fundamental Rights & DPSP
Question No. 78Interactive Test Mode
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Q78. In the Constitution of India, promotion of international peace and security is included in the

In the Constitution of India, promotion of international peace and security is included in the

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

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Article 51 of the Directive Principles of State Policy (Part IV) states that the State shall endeavour to promote international peace and security, maintain just and honourable relations between nations, foster respect for international law, and encourage settlement of international disputes by arbitration.

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2014 (Q78)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicPolity → Fundamental Rights & DPSP
Official Answer KeyOption (B) — (b) Directive Principles of State Policy

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Frequently Asked Questions — UPSC Prelims 2014 Q78

What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2014 GS Paper I Question 78 (Polity)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2014 Polity (Fundamental Rights & DPSP) question is Option (B): "(b) Directive Principles of State Policy". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

Which UPSC Prelims syllabus topic does this 2014 question belong to?

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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