UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 45
In India separation of judiciary from the executive is enjoined by:
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Correct answer: B
Correct Option: B (A Directive Principle of state policy)
Explanation: Article 50, a Directive Principle of State Policy, directs separation of the judiciary from the executive in State public services.
Option-wise Analysis:
A. Incorrect - The Preamble contains ideals but not this express institutional separation direction.
B. Correct - Article 50 is in Part IV on Directive Principles.
C. Incorrect - The Seventh Schedule allocates legislative subjects and is not the relevant source.
D. Incorrect - This is a written constitutional directive, not merely convention.