Elections and Representation

Examine the tension between the right to contest elections and the need to uphold electoral ethics under the Representation of the People Act. Should there be a lifetime ban on convicted criminals?

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Elections and RepresentationJudiciary

To what extent does the level of internal democracy within political parties impact the functioning and legitimacy of the Indian party system? What reforms can address the challenges of inadequate intraparty democracy in India?

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 9 toppers · CSE 2022–2025

Elections and RepresentationPressure Groups and Associations

Freebies in electoral politics have sparked debate over their impact on governance in India. Differentiate between freebies and welfare measures, and examine their impact on governance.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Policy Design and ImplementationElections and Representation

Electoral funding in India is fraught with the double whammy of legal loopholes and political inefficiencies. In this context, discuss the challenges to electoral funding. What lessons can India draw from global best practices in this regard?

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2023–2024

Elections and RepresentationCorruption and Probity

'There is a need to shift the focus of Section 8 of the Representation of People Act, 1951 from the duration of the sentence to the gravity of the offence.' Comment on how the current classification under Section 8 leads to arbitrary categorisation of offences. Also, mention the remedies available to a person disqualified under this section.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2023–2024

Elections and Representation

Both India and the USA adhere to democratic principles but their electoral systems exhibit significant differences. What are the key differences in electoral practices between the two countries?

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2024

Comparative ConstitutionsElections and Representation

Delimitation of seats is essential to ensure fair representation and uphold the principles of one vote, one value. Highlighting the challenges posed by misrepresentation in constituencies analyse the ramifications of population-based delimitation in creating federal tension.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2024

FederalismElections and Representation

Examine the impact of recent changes to the election commissioners' appointment process on autonomy and independence of the election commission.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Constitutional BodiesElections and Representation

Discuss the role of the Supreme Court of India in strengthening the hands of the Election Commission in the discharge of its constitutional responsibility of conducting free and fair elections in the country.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024

Constitutional BodiesElections and Representation

Anti-defection law has failed to address and resolve the evil of political defection satisfactorily. Discuss various issues surrounding the Anti-defection law and recommend some corrective measures.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2024

ParliamentElections and Representation

'The delimitation process creates a wedge between representative democracy and federalism.' Examine. Also suggest measures to address the concerns of federal units.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

FederalismElections and Representation

Electoral bond was brought in as a reform that was high on intent but has proved to be low on substance. Do you agree? Justify.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2024

Elections and RepresentationTransparency and Accountability

Briefly explain the procedure laid down in the Representation of the People Act (RPA), 1951 for the registration of political parties with the Election Commission of India (ECI). What are Registered Unrecognised Political Parties (RUPPs)? What concerns are associated with them? Does the ECI have powers to de-register a political party?

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025

Elections and RepresentationConstitutional Bodies

Delimitation of seats is essential to ensure fair representation and uphold the principles of one vote, one value. Highlighting the challenges posed by misrepresentation in constituencies analyze the ramifications of population-based delimitation in creating federal tension.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2024

FederalismParliament

Critically assess whether according statutory backing to the Model Code of Conduct will contribute towards free and fair elections in India.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2025

Elections and RepresentationConstitutional Bodies

Has the use of technology aided in ensuring free and fair elections in India? Elaborate.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022

Elections and RepresentationE-Governance

The electoral process, though inclusionary in theory, has been pointed out for exclusionary tendencies in practice. Analyse, with special emphasis on role of women in India's representative electoral system.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2024

Elections and RepresentationWomen and Gender

Though lifeblood of a representative democracy, political parties are beset with challenges of their own, limiting their larger role in democratization of the society.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2024

Elections and RepresentationPressure Groups and Associations

Recent controversies over alleged malpractices in the electoral rolls have renewed demands for the mandatory linkage of Aadhaar with Voter ID. What is your opinion? Give reasons in support of your answer.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025

Elections and RepresentationTransparency and Accountability

"The menace of paid news often rears its ugly head during elections." Discuss the need for making paid news an electoral offence in India.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Elections and RepresentationCorruption and Probity

"Universal basic services and targeted welfare are fiscally sound, but competitive populism may hinder productive investment." In this context, highlight the constitutional and legal perspectives on welfare provisioning and discuss the impacts of the rising freebie culture.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Directive Principles and DutiesPolicy Design and Implementation

The credibility of the electoral process rests on the autonomy and neutrality of the Election Commission. Do you think the Election Commission of India is facing credibility issues in sustaining public trust in electoral democracy?

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Constitutional BodiesElections and Representation

“There is a need to expand the scope of ‘corrupt practices’ under the Representation of the People Act, 1951, to address emerging forms of electoral malpractices.” Comment.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Elections and RepresentationCorruption and Probity

Since Independence, the composition of the Indian Parliament has undergone a significant change with the changing socio-economic profile of the Members of Parliament(MPs). Analyse the impact of this shift on the overall quality of representative democracy in India.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

ParliamentElections and Representation

Delimitation upholds the idea of 'one citizen, one vote', but its implications go against the principles of federalism. Comment.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

FederalismElections and Representation

To what extent do you agree with the concept of state financing of elections?

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024

Elections and RepresentationCorruption and Probity

Electoral reform is a continuous effort to make election funding transparent, election process inclusive, and political parties accountable. Discuss issues related to election funding, proposal for remote voting and regulation of Registered Unrecognized Political Parties (RUPPs).

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023

Elections and Representation

What constitutes corrupt practices under the Representation of the People Act, 1951? Also, discuss the challenges in curbing such malpractices and suggest remedial measures.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025

Elections and RepresentationCorruption and Probity

What are the grounds for disqualification for a people's representative under RPA 1951? Is it time to reconsider the Act?

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024

Elections and Representation

Enumerate the salient features of Representation of People's Act, 1951. In your opinion, what amendments are needed in the Act to further the cause of free and fair elections in light of contemporary challenges.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024

Elections and Representation