Question

What are “Directive Principles”? Why can Directive Principles not be ignored by a government even though they are not justiciable?

Answer 1

The idea of directives being included in the constitution was borrowed from the constitution of Ireland. The Directive Principles are non-justiciable in nature because they are not legally enforceable by the courts for their violation. Therefore, the government cannot be compelled to implement them.

Answer 2

Answer:

The Directive Principles are not justiciable because we cannot take recourse to law for their implementation. They do have a moral sanctioin behind them but not a legal one.