Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice & International Relations. 20 questions in this collection, each linked to its theme.
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Can the vicious cycle of gender inequality, poverty and malnutrition be broken through microfinancing of women SHGs? Explain with examples.
Theme: T69 SHGs & microfinance
GS22021GS2-GOV-02-M2021-S02
Can Civil Society and Non-Governmental Organisations present an alternative model of public service delivery to benefit the common citizen? Discuss the challenges of this alternative model.
Theme: T103 Civil society, NGOs, charitable trusts & donor agencies
GS22021GS2-GOV-03-M2021-S01
“Though women in post-Independent India have excelled in various fields, the social attitude towards women and feminist movement has been patriarchal.” Apart from women education and women empowerment schemes, what interventions can help change this milieu?
Theme: T65 Gender concepts, patriarchy & women's social status
GS22021GS2-GOV-04-M2021-S01
“Besides being a moral imperative of a Welfare State, primary health structure is a necessary precondition for sustainable development.” Analyse.
Theme: T109 Public health system & universal health coverage
GS22021GS2-GOV-05-M2021-S01
“Earn while you learn scheme needs to be strengthened to make vocational education and skill training meaningful.” Comment.
Theme: T112 Skills, HRD & the demographic dividend
GS22021GS2-GOV-07-M2021-S01
Has digital illiteracy, particularly in rural areas, coupled with lack of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) accessibility hindered socio-economic development? Examine with justification.
Theme: T106 E-governance & the digital divide
GS22021GS2-IR-03-M2021-S01
“If the last few decades were of Asia’s growth story, the next few are expected to be of Africa’s.”In the light of this statement, examine India’s influence in Africa in recent years.
Theme: T120 India & Africa: resources, digital partnership, influence
GS22021GS2-IR-04-M2021-S01
Critically examine the aims and objectives of SCO. What importance does it hold for India?
Theme: T121 Regional & multilateral groupings: SCO, BRICS, NDB/AIIB, BIMSTEC, SAARC
GS22021GS2-IR-04-M2021-S02
The new tri-nation partnership AUKUS is aimed at countering China’s ambitions in the Indo-Pacific region. Is it going to supersede the existing partnerships in the region? Discuss the strength and impact of AUKUS in the present scenario.
Theme: T116 Indo-Pacific, Quad, AUKUS & sea lanes: straits, South China Sea, trade shift
GS22021GS2-IR-05-M2021-S01
“The USA is facing an existential threat in the form of China, that is much more challenging than the erstwhile Soviet Union.” Explain.
Theme: T117 Great-power politics: US–China rivalry, NATO, China+1, Indo-US vs Indo-Russian defence
GS22021GS2-POL-04-M2021-S01
The jurisdiction of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) regarding lodging an FIR and conducting probe within a particular State is being questioned by various States. However, the power of the States to withhold consent to the CBI is not absolute. Explain with special reference to the federal character of India.
Theme: T87 Centre–State relations: cooperative, competitive & confrontational federalism
GS22021GS2-POL-05-M2021-S01
How have the recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission of India enabled the States to improve their fiscal position?
Theme: T91 Fiscal federalism: Finance Commission, GST & state finances
GS22021GS2-POL-07-M2021-S01
‘Constitutional Morality’ is rooted in the Constitution itself and is founded on its essential facets. Explain the doctrine of ‘Constitutional Morality’ with the help of relevant judicial decisions.
Theme: T84 Constitutional morality
GS22021GS2-POL-09-M2021-S01
Analyse the distinguishing features of the notion of Right to Equality in the Constitutions of the USA and India.
Theme: T97 Comparative constitutions: UK, USA, France
GS22021GS2-POL-10-M2021-S01
To what extent, in your view, the Parliament is able to ensure accountability of the executive in India?
Theme: T93 Parliament: role of MPs, executive accountability, Rajya Sabha, privileges
GS22021GS2-POL-10-M2021-S02
Explain the constitutional provisions under which Legislative Councils are established. Review the working and current status of Legislative Councils with suitable illustrations.
Theme: T93 Parliament: role of MPs, executive accountability, Rajya Sabha, privileges
GS22021GS2-POL-10-M2021-S03
Do Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committees keep the administration on its toes and inspire reverence for parliamentary control? Evaluate the working of such committees with suitable examples.
Theme: T94 Parliamentary committees & financial accountability: PAC, Estimates, DRSCs
GS22021GS2-POL-11-M2021-S01
“Pressure groups play a vital role in influencing public policy making in India.” Explain how the business associations contribute to public policies.
Theme: T101 Pressure groups & interest representation
GS22021GS2-POL-12-M2021-S01
Discuss the desirability of greater representation to women in the higher judiciary to ensure diversity, equity and inclusiveness.
Theme: T68 Women in politics, law & institutions: reservation, judiciary, NCW, gender justice
GS22021GS2-POL-15-M2021-S01
Though the Human Rights Commissions have contributed immensely to the protection of human rights in India, yet they have failed to assert themselves against the mighty and powerful. Analysing their structural and practical limitations, suggest remedial measures.
Theme: T72 Commissions for social justice & human rights: NCSC, NCST, NCBC, NHRC