2. Declaration as to the policy of the State.-

It is hereby declared that this Act is for giving effect to the policy of the State towards securing the principles specified in clause (b) of article 39 of the Constitution.

Explanation.-In this section, "State" has the same meaning as in article 12 of the Constitution.

1. Subs. by Act 22 of 1978, s. 2, for the Explanation (w.e.f. 1-5-1972).