Fundamental rights are established by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) and other international human rights treaties, such as the European C...
Fundamental rights are established by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) and other international human rights treaties, such as the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR). These rights are considered to be the foundation of a just and equitable society and are not subject to change through legislative action.
Directive principles of state policy are principles of state policy that are set by the state and are not explicitly stated in any international treaty or constitutional document. They are not subject to judicial review and can be changed or repealed by the state at any time.
One of the key differences between fundamental rights and directive principles is that fundamental rights apply to all people, regardless of their status or circumstances, while directive principles of state policy may be tailored to specific groups or circumstances.
Examples:
Fundamental right: The right to life is a fundamental right that applies to all people, regardless of their race, gender, or social status.
Directive principle: The principle of equal rights applies to all people, and therefore, states must ensure that everyone has access to education regardless of their background.
In addition, fundamental rights are generally more specific than directive principles of state policy. For example, the right to freedom of expression is a fundamental right, while the principle of freedom of speech is a directive principle of state policy.
Finally, while fundamental rights are not subject to legislative action, directive principles of state policy can be changed or repealed by the state at any time