Separation of judiciary from executive
The State shall take steps to separate the judiciary from the executive in the public services of the State.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Article 50 of the Indian Constitution say?
The State shall take steps to separate the judiciary from the executive in the public services of the State.
Which Part of the Constitution contains Article 50?
Article 50 falls under Part IV — Directive Principles of State Policy — of the Constitution of India.
Related Articles in Part IV
Article 36 Definition
Article 37 Application of the principles contained in this Part
Article 38 State to secure a social order for the promotion of welfare of the people
Article 39 Certain principles of policy to be followed by the State
Article 39A Equal justice and free legal aid
Article 40 Organisation of village panchayats