GS2 · Practice questions
Polity, governance, IR, social justice
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“Feminism” has evolved as a movement with agenda, organization and means to protest. Comment. How far do you think “Draft National Policy for Women, 2016” will strengthen the cause of women empowerment in India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Welfare SchemesWomen and Gender
CAG can do justice to its role only if it is competent, independent and suitably empowered. Analyse, giving suitable arguments.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Constitutional BodiesTransparency and Accountability
India produces enough food for its people, but not all people get enough food to eat. Discussing this paradox, highlight some of the major interventions taken in the past few years in this regard.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Poverty and HungerWelfare Schemes
"Pressure groups are primarily a consequence of the inadequacies of the political parties". Do you agree? Justify. Also, highlight the limitations of pressure groups that have led to its restricted effectiveness.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Pressure Groups and Associations
"State impunity continues for acts of torture." Examine the statement in the background of India's stand on UN Convention against Torture'. Also, discuss various judicial and legislative steps taken to prevent torture in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
JudiciarySeparation of Powers
Panchayati raj institutions (PRIs) are simultaneously a remarkable success and a staggering failure, depending on the goalposts against which they are evaluated. Discuss.
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Local Government
Guided by their desire for strategic autonomy, India and France have been traditional partners and have adapted well to the changing global context. Comment.
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Bilateral RelationsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
“National Health Protection Scheme is innovative and path-breaking in the history of public health in India, which may have a transformative impact if implemented in an effective and coordinated manner”. Critically analyse with suitable arguments.
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HealthWelfare Schemes
How scrapping of the Joint comprehensive plan of action by the U.S would affect India? Analyse. Also, discuss measures that could help India buffer the consequences of such a move.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Bilateral RelationsTrade and Economic Diplomacy
'Changing to a presidential system is the best way of ensuring a democracy that works' Do you agree? Give suitable arguments in support of your answer.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Comparative ConstitutionsConstitution and Basic Structure
Social Audit Institutions, have the real potential to enhance accountability and align public services to citizens' needs. Critically Analyse.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Transparency and Accountability
“Engaging the community in the implementation of projects/programmes is a useful way to generate higher levels of acceptance, trust and accountability, eventually resulting in the sustainability of the initiative”. Illustrate with suitable examples.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Policy Design and ImplementationTransparency and Accountability
The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) is more than just the keeper of our national accounts; it is also a conscience-keeper and a watchdog. Examine the statement in light of making the auditing process more effective.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Constitutional BodiesTransparency and Accountability
“The competence and quality of the lower judiciary are crucial for revitalizing the entire edifice of Indian judiciary”. Explain. Also, in brief, analyse as to how ‘All India Judicial Services’ (AIJS) can make Indian judicial system more effective and efficient.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
JudiciaryCivil Services
Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only when political systems are transparent and there is a free flow of information. Do you agree? Give reasons using suitable examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Transparency and AccountabilityWelfare Schemes
What is the role that opposition plays in a democracy like India? In this context, discuss whether our Parliament can benefit from a shadow cabinet.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Parliament
Explain why India faces a severe shortage of medical specialists both for its rural and urban health services. Do you think 'National Medical Commission Bill, 2017' could help plug critical gaps of the health sector of India? Give suitable arguments in support of your answer.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
HealthPolicy Design and Implementation
The Montague-Chelmsford Reforms became the basis for the Government of India Act, 1935 and ultimately, the Constitution of India. Substantiate giving suitable arguments.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Constitution and Basic Structure
How can civil society activities and public participation in governments' decision-making, reduce corruption?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Transparency and AccountabilityCorruption and Probity
Is there a need for a balance between Fundamental Rights and Parliamentary Privileges to be re-examined? Discuss giving suitable arguments in support of your answer.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
ParliamentFundamental Rights
Criminalisation of politics remains a key concern for the Indian political system. In this context, analyse the role played by the Supreme Court and Election Commission over the years. Also, in what ways can the media play a positive role?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Elections and RepresentationJudiciary
Indian Diaspora has an important role to play in African economy and society. Appraise the role of Indian Diaspora in the African Continent in this context.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Indian DiasporaBilateral Relations
The strategy for combating poverty in India has incorporated two approaches that is "sustained rapid growth and anti-poverty programs". Elaborate. How such programs can be improved to maximize their impact on poverty reduction.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Poverty and HungerWelfare Schemes
IBSA and BRICS are both examples of India's quest for multialignment, however there are key differences in their orientation. Discuss in the context of the relevance of these groupings for India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Regional GroupingsBilateral Relations