Welfare State Provisions — Mains Questions

Critically evaluate the Indian model of a welfare state, highlighting the tension between its constitutional aspirations and practical implementation challenges. (250 words, 15 marks)

The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) are non-justiciable yet fundamental in the governance of the country. Discuss how judicial interpretation, particularly the expansion of Article 21, has transformed the enforceability of welfare provisions. (250 words, 15 marks)

Examine the constitutional justification for major welfare schemes in India, such as MGNREGA, Ayushman Bharat, and the Public Distribution System (PDS). What are the challenges in their effective implementation? (250 words, 15 marks)