Consider the following statements:
Statement I:
Socialism is part of Basic structure doctrine.
Statement II:
Socialism in the Indian context implies social justice, economic equality, and the welfare state.

Which one of the following is correct with respect to the above statements?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
(c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
(d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct

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Consider the following statements:
Statement I:
Socialism is part of Basic structure doctrine.
Statement II:
Socialism in the Indian context implies social justice, economic equality, and the welfare state.

Which one of the following is correct with respect to the above statements?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
(c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
(d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct

ONLiNE UPSC · Accepted Answer

Statement I is correct: The Supreme Court in S R Bommai Case held&ldquo;The preamble of the Constitution is an integral part of the Constitution. Democratic form of Government, federal structure, unity and integrity of the nation, secularism, socialism, social justice and judicial review are basic features of the Constitution,

Statement II: Socialism in the Indian context emphasizes reducing inequalities in wealth, income, and opportunities. It promotes social justice and advocates a welfare state, which is evident in the Directive Principles of State Policy. This is different from rigid Marxist socialism, as it harmonizes individual freedom with state intervention for equitable growth.
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is the correctfor Statement-I

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Consider the following statements: Statement I: Socialism is part of Basic structure doctrine. Statement II: Socialism in the Indian context implies social justice, economic equality, and the welfare state. Which one of the following is correct with respect to the above statements? (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I (c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect (d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct