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In case of conflict between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles, Fundamental Rights always prevail as per the original Constitution.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: False

Originally, in State of Madras v. Champakam Dorairajan (1951), SC held FRs prevail over DPSP. However, the 25th Amendment (1971) inserted Article 31C giving precedence to DPSP under Articles 39(b) & (c) over Articles 14, 19 & 31. The 42nd Amendment expanded this, but Minerva Mills (1980) struck down the expansion, restoring balance. So, it's not absolute.

Topic DPSP - Conflict with Fundamental Rights
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