Which principle among the following was added to the Directive Principles of State Policy by the 42nd Amendment to the Constitution?
- A.Equal pay for equal work for both men and women
- B.Participation of workers in the management of industries
- C.Right to work, education and public assistance
- D.Securing living wage and human conditions of work to workers
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: B. Participation of workers in the management of industries
The 42nd Amendment Act, 1976, introduced several changes to the Directive Principles of State Policy. One of the key inclusions was the principle ensuring the participation of workers in the management of undertakings. This aimed to promote worker involvement in industrial administration. Other DPSP provisions like 'equal pay for equal work' and 'right to work, education and public assistance' were either part of original DPSP or introduced by subsequent amendments.
Source: UPSC gs1 2017