The concept of "Equal Pay for Equal Work" is found in:
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A.
Fundamental Rights
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B.
Directive Principles of State Policy
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C.
Preamble
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D.
Fundamental Duties
Correct Answer:
B. Directive Principles of State Policy
Explanation:
The concept of equal pay for equal work is established under Article 39(d) of the Constitution of India, which is part of the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) in Part IV. While it is not explicitly listed as a Fundamental Right, the Supreme Court has interpreted it as a constitutional goal and an enforceable right when read alongside Articles 14 (Equality before Law) and 16 (Equality of opportunity in public employment). This principle mandates that the State direct its policy toward ensuring that both men and women receive equal remuneration for performing the same work or work of a similar nature. To further implement this constitutional provision, the government enacted the Equal Remuneration Act of 1976, which has since been integrated into the Code on Wages, 2019.
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