Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice & International Relations. 20 questions in this collection, each linked to its theme.
GS2202315 marks · 250 wordsGS2-GOV-02-M2023-Q14
Discuss the contribution of civil society groups for women’s effective and meaningful participation and representation in state legislatures in India.
Theme: T68 Women in politics, law & institutions: reservation, judiciary, NCW, gender justice
GS2202315 marks · 250 wordsGS2-GOV-03-M2023-Q17
“Development and welfare schemes for the vulnerable, by its nature, are discriminatory in approach.” Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.
Theme: T70 Affirmative action & welfare schemes for vulnerable sections
GS2202310 marks · 150 wordsGS2-GOV-05-M2023-Q06
The crucial aspect of development process has been the inadequate attention paid to Human Resource Development in India. Suggest measures that can address this inadequacy.
Theme: T112 Skills, HRD & the demographic dividend
GS2202315 marks · 250 wordsGS2-GOV-05-M2023-Q18
Skill development programmes have succeeded in increasing human resources supply to various sectors. In the context of the statement analyze the linkages between education, skill, and employment.
Theme: T112 Skills, HRD & the demographic dividend
GS2202310 marks · 150 wordsGS2-GOV-07-M2023-Q08
E-governance, as a critical tool of governance, has ushered in effectiveness, transparency and accountability in governments. What inadequacies hamper the enhancement of these features?
Theme: T106 E-governance & the digital divide
GS2202310 marks · 150 wordsGS2-IR-04-M2023-Q09
‘Virus of Conflict is affecting the functioning of the SCO’ In the light of the above statement point out the role of India in mitigating the the problems.
Theme: T121 Regional & multilateral groupings: SCO, BRICS, NDB/AIIB, BIMSTEC, SAARC
GS2202310 marks · 150 wordsGS2-IR-05-M2023-Q10
Indian diaspora has scaled new heights in the West. Describe its economic and political benefits for India.
Theme: T122 Indian diaspora: from indentured labour to strategic asset
GS2202315 marks · 250 wordsGS2-IR-05-M2023-Q19
‘The expansion and strengthening of NATO and a stronger US-Europe strategic partnership works well for India’ What is your opinion about this statement? Give reasons and examples to support your answer.
Theme: T117 Great-power politics: US–China rivalry, NATO, China+1, Indo-US vs Indo-Russian defence
GS2202315 marks · 250 wordsGS2-IR-06-M2023-Q20
‘Sea is an important Component of the Cosmos” Discuss in the light of the above statement the role of the IMO (International Maritime Organisation) in protecting environment and enhancing maritime safety and security.
Theme: T170 Maritime & coastal security: piracy, IMO
GS2202315 marks · 250 wordsGS2-POL-02-M2023-Q11
“The Constitution of India is a living instrument with capabilities of enormous dynamism. It is a constitution made for a progressive society.” Illustrate with special fice to the expanding horizons of the right to life and personal liberty.
Theme: T77 Preamble, features & the 'living' Constitution
GS2202315 marks · 250 wordsGS2-POL-02-M2023-Q12
Explain the constitutional perspectives of Gender Justice with the help of relevant Constitutional Provisions and case laws.
Theme: T68 Women in politics, law & institutions: reservation, judiciary, NCW, gender justice
GS2202315 marks · 250 wordsGS2-POL-04-M2023-Q13
Account for the legal and political factors responsible for the reduced frequency of using Article 356 by the Union Governments since mid-1990s.
Theme: T88 Governor, President's Rule & emergency provisions
GS2202315 marks · 250 wordsGS2-POL-05-M2023-Q15
Explain the significance of the 101st Constitutional Amendment Act. To what extent does it reflect the accommodative spirit of federalism
Theme: T91 Fiscal federalism: Finance Commission, GST & state finances
GS2202310 marks · 150 wordsGS2-POL-06-M2023-Q03
“The states in India seem reluctant to empower urban local bodies both functionally as well as financially.” Comment.
Theme: T92 Local self-government: 73rd/74th Amendments, functions, funds & functionaries
GS2202310 marks · 150 wordsGS2-POL-08-M2023-Q02
Who are entitled to receive free legal aid? Assess the role of National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) in rendering free legal aid in India.
Theme: T86 Tribunals, Lok Adalats, arbitration & legal aid
GS2202310 marks · 150 wordsGS2-POL-09-M2023-Q04
Compare and contrast the British and Indian approaches to Parliamentary sovereignty.
Theme: T97 Comparative constitutions: UK, USA, France
GS2202310 marks · 150 wordsGS2-POL-10-M2023-Q05
Discuss the role of Presiding Officers of state legislatures in maintaining order and impartiality in conducting legislative work and in facilitating best democratic practices.
Theme: T95 Presiding officers & anti-defection
GS2202315 marks · 250 wordsGS2-POL-10-M2023-Q16
Explain the structure of the Parliamentary Committee system. How far have the financial committees helped in the institutionalization of Indian Parliament?
Theme: T94 Parliamentary committees & financial accountability: PAC, Estimates, DRSCs
GS2202310 marks · 150 wordsGS2-POL-12-M2023-Q01
“Constitutionally guaranteed judicial independence is a prerequisite of democracy”. Comment.
Theme: T85 Judicial appointments & independence: collegium, NJAC
GS2202310 marks · 150 wordsGS2-POL-15-M2023-Q07
Discuss the role of the Competition Commission of India in containing the abuse of dominant position by the Multi-National Corporations in India. Refer to the recent decisions.
Theme: T100 Regulatory & quasi-judicial bodies: CCI, SEBI–IRDA, tariff authorities