2017 · Q102
Which one of the following statements regarding Uniform Civil Code as provided under Article 44 of the Constitution of India is not correct ?
General KnowledgeIndian Polity and Governance
- AIt is a Fundamental Right of every Indian citizen.
- BThe State shall endeavour to secure it for citizens throughout the territory of India.
- CIt is not enforceable by any Court.
- DIt is not enforceable by a Court yet the Constitution requires that as a principle it should be fundamental in the governance of our country.
Explanation
Article 44 directs the State to endeavour to secure a Uniform Civil Code for citizens throughout India — but it is a Directive Principle of State Policy, not a Fundamental Right. The Directive Principles are expressly non-justiciable, though fundamental in the governance of the country. Statement (a), which claims the Uniform Civil Code is a Fundamental Right, is therefore the incorrect one.