With reference to the Directive Principles of State Policy in the Constitution of India, consider the following statements:
1. They are borrowed from the Irish Constitution.
2. Article 39(d) ensures equal pay for equal work for both men and women.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both statements are correct. The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs) contained in Part IV of the Indian Constitution were adopted from the Constitution of Ireland. Under Article 39(d) of the Constitution, the State is directed to secure equal pay for equal work for both men and women.

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With reference to the Directive Principles of State Policy in the Constitution of India, consider the following statements: 1. They are borrowed from the Irish Constitution. 2. Article 39(d) ensures equal pay for equal work for both men and women. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?