GS2 · Practice questions
Polity, governance, IR, social justice
1,564 questions, with how toppers answered each. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
All 42 themesFewer themes
"Sustainable development goals and their achievement depends on regional context and local bodies like Panchayats." Discuss.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Local GovernmentPolicy Design and Implementation
Timely ventilation and redress of grievances ensure public trust in the government. In light of this statement, give an account of the various steps taken by government of India for effective public grievance redressal.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Transparency and AccountabilityCitizen Charters and Grievance Redress
Do you think India's foreign policy is becoming more China centric with the challenges of rising CHN? Comment (10m)
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Security and Strategic AffairsMajor Powers
What are the parliamentary privileges enshrined in the constitution for protecting the authority and dignity of the house and its members?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Parliament
. "Aadhaar has revolutionised service delivery and reduced corruption, yet is grappling with systemic flaws, data breaches, and the potential for exclusion of marginalized sections." Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
E-GovernanceTransparency and Accountability
"Affirmative action has achieved representation but not transformation". Critically analyze this statement in light of reservation policies and socio-economic data.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
SC, ST and OBCVulnerable Sections
Highlighting the changes introduced by the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD) Amendment Act, 2021, analyse various issues with the amended Act.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
FederalismCentre-State Relations
Despite recent efforts by the government to improve civil servants' efficiency and capacity building, a thorough restructuring of the civil services is necessary to effectively tackle contemporary challenges. Discuss. (15M)
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Civil Services
Panchayati raj institutions (PRIs) are simultaneously a remarkable success and a staggering failure, depending on the goalposts against which they are evaluated. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Local Government
Elaborate on the fundamental aspects in which the Indian Constitution differed from its contemporaries despite being a post-colonial document.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Comparative ConstitutionsConstitution and Basic Structure
The 'Citizen' in Citizen Charter is a misnomer. Comment
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Citizen Charters and Grievance RedressTransparency and Accountability
How has the 69th Constitutional amendment led to Delhi's dual governance dilemma? Discuss its impact on cooperative federalism as envisaged in the Constitution.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
FederalismCentre-State Relations
As China continues to pursue dominance over Indo-Pacific, the trilateral technology alliance between India, South Korea, and the United States aims to enhance collaboration in key emerging technology fields. Discuss the implications of this alliance for the security and stability of the Indo-Pacific
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Regional GroupingsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
The RBI's proposal to create a Self Regulatory Organization (SRO) for fintechs in India addresses the need for fostering responsible and ethical conduct within the industry. Critically analyse.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Statutory and Regulatory BodiesTransparency and Accountability
Critically examine India's decision of opting out of the RCEP, despite the push from several nations like Japan and Australia to rethink its decision.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Trade and Economic DiplomacyRegional Groupings
"In India, we follow a separation of functions and not of powers". Examine the statement with help of examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Separation of PowersConstitution and Basic Structure
Trace and evaluate the role of the Finance Commission in ensuring just and equitable resource sharing among the local bodies, states, and the union.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitutional BodiesFederalism
"India has president but not presidential form of government". Critically evaluate the position of president in Indian constitution.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
ExecutiveConstitution and Basic Structure
Multi-stakeholder partnerships are key to leveraging collective expertise and networks. How can effective partnership and localized implementation be fostered to accelerate achievements of SDGs in India?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Policy Design and ImplementationNGOs, SHGs and Civil Society
Critically examine the role and significance of the Lokpal in ensuring public accountability in India. Suggest measures to strengthen it.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Statutory and Regulatory BodiesCorruption and Probity
Discuss the reasons behind juvenile involvement in criminal activities in India. Suggest comprehensive juvenile justice policy to address these challenges.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
ChildrenWelfare Schemes
Discuss the significance of the Doctrines of Pith and Substance and Colourable Legislation with respect to Centre-state relations in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Centre-State RelationsFederalism
The recent pandemic has increased the vulnerability to human trafficking and disrupted the government's anti-traffic efforts. Comment
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Welfare SchemesVulnerable Sections
Recently, PRS Legislative Research highlighted that over 19% of MPs faced suspension in the 17th Lok Sabha, the maximum in history on ethical grounds. Discuss the differences and the complementary role between the Ethics Committee and the Privileges Committee.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Parliament