UPSC Prelims 2021 Question:

Under the Indian Constitution, concentration of wealth violates

Explanation:

• The phrase ‘Directive Principles of State Policy’ in Part IV of the Constitution from Articles 36 to 51 denotes the ideals that the State should keep in mind while formulating policies and enacting laws to ensure social and economic democracy. 
  
  
• Article 39 of the Constitution states that the State should direct its policy towards securing:  

(a) the right to adequate means of livelihood for all citizens; 

(b) the equitable distribution of material resources of the community for the common good; 

(c) prevention of concentration of wealth and means of production; 

(d) equal pay for equal work for men and women; 

(e) preservation of the health and strength of workers and children against forcible abuse; and 

(f) opportunities for healthy development of children

Therefore, option (b) is the correct answer.

Subject: Polity | Directive Principles of State Policy