Discuss the role and importance of Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution. Differentiate them from Fundamental Rights and elucidate how these principles influence the governance and policy-making in India.
The Indian Constitution is the supreme law of India. It was adopted on 26 January 1950 and has been amended 102 times since then. The Constitution establishes a federal system of government with a strong central government and 28 states. It also guarantees fundamental rights and freedoms to all citizens.