GS2 · Topic
Comparative Constitutions
The Indian scheme set against other countries'.
40 UPSC Mains GS2 questions on Comparative Constitutions that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2017–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
What do you understand by the concept of "Rule of law" under Indian constitution? How is it different from that in the UK constitution?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Comparative ConstitutionsConstitution and Basic Structure
The Presidents of India and USA differ not just the manner in which they are elected but also with respect to their powers. Elucidate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Comparative ConstitutionsExecutive
Compare the position of the Speaker in Indian and British parliamentary system? Also, discuss various controversies related to functioning of Office of Speaker in Indian context and suggest corresponding reforms.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
ParliamentComparative Constitutions
Despite having features borrowed from Constitutions of various other countries, the Constitution of India remains unique. Discuss.
12.5 marks · 200 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Constitution and Basic StructureComparative Constitutions
The practice of separation of powers in the Constitutional scheme of India and USA is distinct in its own way. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Comparative ConstitutionsSeparation of Powers
Compare and contrast the role of speaker in the Indian Lok Sabha and British House of Commons.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Comparative ConstitutionsParliament
Unlike its British counterpart, the Indian constitution allows for a member of the Upper House (Rajya Sabha) to hold the office of the Prime Minister of the country. Does this provision go against the spirit of democracy? Examine.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
ParliamentComparative Constitutions
Though the antecedents of the Indian Constitution can be traced to a series of British colonial legislation and other constitutions of the world, in spirit and practice it has been completely Indian. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Constitution and Basic StructureComparative Constitutions
Our Constitution doesn't acquire its secular character merely from the words in the Preamble, but from a collective reading of many of its provisions. Elucidate. Should India have a non-establishment principle like that of the U.S. Constitution?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Constitution and Basic StructureFundamental Rights
The United States and India have their own distinctive jurisprudence on freedom of speech and expression despite the similarities in constitutional provisions. Analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Comparative ConstitutionsFundamental Rights