Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice & International Relations. 20 questions in this collection, each linked to its theme.
GS2202615 marks · 250 wordsGS2-GOV-01-M2026-S01
Can the constitutional mandate of rights-based welfare be effectively realised in the context of non- integrated governance and minimal public investment? Examine
Theme: T102 Policy design, implementation & people's participation
GS2202610 marks · 150 wordsGS2-GOV-03-M2026-S01
Does India’s tribal development policy reflect the aspirations for a socially grounded and equity-based governance? Justify your answer
Theme: T51 Tribal identity, rights & development
GS2202610 marks · 150 wordsGS2-GOV-03-M2026-S02
Do constitutional bodies like the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) and the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) possess adequate enforcement powers to secure substantive social equality? Suggest measures to enhance their institutional effectiveness.
Theme: T72 Commissions for social justice & human rights: NCSC, NCST, NCBC, NHRC
GS2202615 marks · 250 wordsGS2-GOV-05-M2026-S01
Should education be treated primarily as a welfare obligation of the state or as a strategic investment for building a globally competitive, knowledge-driven nation? Critically evaluate
Theme: T111 Education policy: NEP, RTE, higher education, exams
GS2202610 marks · 150 wordsGS2-GOV-06-M2026-S01
Malnutrition in India is not merely a public health concern; it is also a challenge of social equity, human development and effective welfare governance. Discuss
Theme: T75 Hunger, malnutrition & food security law: NFSA, Mid-Day Meal, millets
GS2202615 marks · 250 wordsGS2-GOV-07-M2026-S01
Transparency and accountability in governance are not about controlling corruption but about creating the trust of stakeholders in the policy process by following the Rule of Law and Participatory Governance. Comment
Theme: T104 Transparency, accountability & anti-corruption: RTI, whistleblowers, Lokpal, corporate governance
GS2202610 marks · 150 wordsGS2-GOV-08-M2026-S01
Analyse the advantages and limitations of the generalist structure of the Indian Civil Services in contemporary governance
Theme: T108 Civil services in a democracy: ethos, neutrality, reforms
GS2202615 marks · 250 wordsGS2-IR-01-M2026-S01
“China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has transformed South Asia from a regional space into a theatre of great power competition.” Analyse the strategic implications of the BRI for India’s security and regional influence in South Asia
Theme: T114 China: BRI, CPEC, String of Pearls & economic leverage
GS2202610 marks · 150 wordsGS2-IR-04-M2026-S01
“IPMDA (Indo-Pacific Partnership for Maritime Domain Awareness) bridges the gap between India’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) vision and the Quad’s collective Indo-Pacific strategy.” Make a critical assessment of the statement focusing on IPMDA
Theme: T116 Indo-Pacific, Quad, AUKUS & sea lanes: straits, South China Sea, trade shift
GS2202610 marks · 150 wordsGS2-IR-04-M2026-S02
“BRICS acts as a powerful counterweight in global governance, actively amplifying the voice and influence of the Global South.” Explain the role of BRICS in projecting itself as an alternative to other groupings
Theme: T121 Regional & multilateral groupings: SCO, BRICS, NDB/AIIB, BIMSTEC, SAARC
GS2202615 marks · 250 wordsGS2-IR-05-M2026-S01
“India’s global diaspora acts as a living bridge, as a critical economic factor and knowledge network in transforming cultural heritage into geopolitical influence and strategic leverage worldwide.” Critically examine this statement
Theme: T122 Indian diaspora: from indentured labour to strategic asset
GS2202610 marks · 150 wordsGS2-POL-02-M2026-S01
Right to privacy relating to self-identity is very dear to every human being and well protected under Article 21 of the Constitution. In this context, examine the effect of the amendment in 2026, to the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019
Theme: T78 Fundamental Rights: privacy, Art 21, movement, transgender rights
GS2202610 marks · 150 wordsGS2-POL-02-M2026-S02
“Women as a class neither belong to a minority group nor are they regarded as forming a backward class.” In the light of this statement, discuss the evolution of women’s reservation from local bodies to Parliament
Theme: T68 Women in politics, law & institutions: reservation, judiciary, NCW, gender justice
GS22026GS2-POL-04-M2026-S01
Discuss the position of the Governor in the federal polity of India. What is the nature of his power while giving assent to a bill passed by the State Legislature? Is he bound by the aid and advice of his Council of Ministers in all his functions (250 words)?
Theme: T88 Governor, President's Rule & emergency provisions
GS2202615 marks · 250 wordsGS2-POL-04-M2026-S02
How far has the Indian federal framework been successful in accommodating regional and cultural diversities? Highlight the role of asymmetric federalism and suggest measures to make dispute resolution mechanisms more effective
Theme: T87 Centre–State relations: cooperative, competitive & confrontational federalism
GS2202615 marks · 250 wordsGS2-POL-07-M2026-S01
What is meant by judicial legislation? In this context, discuss the verdicts of the apex court allowing “passive euthanasia” and a “living will”
Theme: T83 Judicial activism, PIL, judicial legislation & separation of powers
GS2202615 marks · 250 wordsGS2-POL-09-M2026-S01
Examine how the separation of powers is practised in India compared to the rigid presidential model of the United States of America. In this context, compare the actual authority of the Indian Prime Minister with that of the President of the USA
Theme: T97 Comparative constitutions: UK, USA, France
GS22026GS2-POL-10-M2026-S01
Examine whether the constitutional office of the Lok Sabha Speaker has become vulnerable to partisan politics under the current anti-defection regime. What institutional changes are required to ensure the neutrality of the Lok Sabha Speaker in managing a polarised House (150 words)?
Theme: T95 Presiding officers & anti-defection
GS2202615 marks · 250 wordsGS2-POL-11-M2026-S01
To what extent do pressure groups, social movements and corporate lobbies deepen pluralistic democracy in India by representing excluded interests? Analyse whether the growing convergence of corporate wealth and political power poses a threat to the autonomy of formal democratic institutions
Theme: T101 Pressure groups & interest representation
GS22026GS2-POL-13-M2026-S01
Is the right to vote a fundamental right? Discuss the position of the Election Commission of India while undertaking the revision of electoral rolls. Can it also examine the question of citizenship of voters (150 words)?
Theme: T98 Elections & electoral reforms: RPA, ECI, MCC, ONOE, EVMs