GS2 · Topic
Vulnerable Sections
Legal and institutional protection for groups the state singles out.
136 UPSC Mains GS2 questions on Vulnerable Sections that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2017–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
Identifying the broad contours of the 'Transformation of Aspirational Districts' programme, explain how it adopts a novel strategy to address backwardness.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Policy Design and ImplementationSocial Sector Services
What do you understand by the principle of 'Reasonable Accommodation'? How does it promote equality, positive rights and prevent discrimination? Cite some examples to validate your answer.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Fundamental RightsConstitution and Basic Structure
Arunachal Pradesh and Ladakh are demanding 6th schedule status. Explain why there is a demand. In this context, discuss the benefits a state gets with the 6th schedule.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Constitution and Basic StructureVulnerable Sections
Enumerate the key provisions for states in 6th Schedule and discuss the structural issues plaguing the effective functioning of autonomous districts.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
FederalismVulnerable Sections
‘The rapid growth of the gig economy in India has created new employment opportunities but also exposed significant social security challenges for gig workers’. Discuss these challenges and suggest how the rationalization of labour laws can aid their formalization and integration into the social safety net.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Policy Design and ImplementationVulnerable Sections
Critically examine the various welfare measures undertaken for senior citizens in India. Analyse the need for a comprehensive policy to effectively address the challenges faced by the elderly in the country.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Welfare SchemesVulnerable Sections
Despite initiatives to curb child marriage, it continues to persist in India. Explaining the reasons behind this, analyse its impact. What further measures can be taken by the government to eliminate the practice of child marriage in India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Welfare SchemesVulnerable Sections
Caste continues to shape social mobility, political behaviour, and access to opportunities in contemporary India. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Vulnerable SectionsSC, ST and OBC
How is poverty interlinked with the structure of society? Elucidate with examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Poverty and HungerVulnerable Sections
Analyse the challenges faced by Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in India despite legislative and constitutional safeguards. Suggest reforms to bridge the gap between legislative intent and societal reality to ensure their full inclusion in society.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Welfare SchemesVulnerable Sections
Bring out the role of Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) workers in delivering health services in rural India. Also, suggest the measures that can be taken to overcome the challenges faced by them.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
HealthSocial Sector Services
Enumerate the major challenges hindering the realisation of inclusive growth in India (10M, 150W)
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Policy Design and ImplementationPoverty and Hunger
Despite the stringent provisions, the crime against women is on the rise. What are the major shortcomings of the present laws aimed at fighting crime against women in India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Vulnerable SectionsWomen and Gender
Globalisation has intensified economic opportunities for some sections in India while deepening vulnerabilities for others. Examine the socio-economic consequences of this unequal impact
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Policy Design and ImplementationPoverty and Hunger
How the vulnerabilities that drive the HIV epidemic are different in different parts of our country. Evaluate major interventions of government in light of its target of ending the epidemic by 2030.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
HealthWelfare Schemes
Quotas and the inclusion of a creamy layer. How does this shift the objective of caste-based reservations from social equity and justice to economic equity and justice?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
SC, ST and OBCVulnerable Sections