GS2 · Practice questions
Polity, governance, IR, social justice
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Examine the influence of international donors and charities on India's development sector. How can India ensure that foreign aid aligns with national priorities and maintains accountability?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPolicy Design and Implementation
A distinctive feature of the Indian Constitution is that it seeks to impart flexibility to a written federal Constitution. Elaborate.
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Constitution and Basic StructureFederalism
The true test of good governance is the degree to which it ensures accountability towards citizens and delivers on the promise of sustainable and inclusive human development. Discuss in the context of challenges to good governance in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Transparency and AccountabilityE-Governance
India has a pride of place among the comity of nations with strong credentials in the arena of soft power. Identifying the key attributes of India's soft power, assess the extent to which it has been leveraged in India's foreign policy matrix.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Bilateral RelationsGlobal Institutions
Discuss the need to formulate migration-centric policies, strategies, and institutional mechanisms to promote sustainable migration in India.
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Welfare SchemesVulnerable Sections
How does the principle of "bail as the rule, jail as the exception" uphold the right to life and personal liberty under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution? Refer to the recent judgements.
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Fundamental RightsJudiciary
The tenets of independent judiciary, life-breath of constitutional democracy, stand perpetually undermined by the executive encroachment into the judicial domain. Discuss.
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Separation of PowersJudiciary
ASEAN centrality, a key element in regional security and Asia's multilateral cooperation can be deployed to ensure that Asia's future is not dictated predominatly by greater power interests. Discuss.
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Regional GroupingsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
Leveraging real-time data in policymaking has become indispensable for achieving good governance. In this context, analyse the role of e-governance in enhancing the effectiveness of developmental policies.
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E-GovernancePolicy Design and Implementation
Mission Karmayogi aims to create a professional, well-trained and future-looking civil service. Comment.
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Civil Services
Alternate Dispute Resolution mechanisms are less adversarial and can provide a better substitute to the conventional methods of resolving disputes. Discuss. What are the government's efforts to bring out a transformative shift towards it?
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JudiciarySeparation of Powers
"The anti-defection law has fallen short of achieving its intended objective." Comment.
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ParliamentElections and Representation
Critically analyse the role of the Citizen's Charters in ensuring transparent and accountable governance in India. Suggest measures to overcome the associated limitations and realise their full potential in the Indian context.
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Transparency and AccountabilityCitizen Charters and Grievance Redress
Highlighting the significance of Central Asia for India, discuss the challenges in strengthening the Indo-Central Asian relationship.
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NeighbourhoodBilateral Relations
While the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) has played a crucial role in regulating electoral conduct, discussions regarding its legal backing have surfaced over the years. Do you agree with the perspective that providing statutory backing to the MCC will give the Election Commission the much-needed legal teeth in conduct of free and fair election?
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Elections and RepresentationConstitutional Bodies
"The Indian Independence Act 1947 changed the existing constitutional position, root and branch." Discuss the changes introduced by the Indian Independence Act 1947 and the immediate challenges that emerged as a result.
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Constitution and Basic Structure
Critically analyze the rationale behind the proposed amendments to the Indian Administrative Service (Cadre) Rules, 1954, and its impact on India's federal structure.
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FederalismCentre-State Relations
Answer the following questions: 1. Discuss the role of Zonal Councils in fostering cooperative federalism in India. 2. How does the Indian Constitution embody the principle of secularism? Discuss its challenges. 3. Critically analyze the impact of Section 8 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, on the criminalization of politics in India. 4. Discuss the significance of the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in a parliamentary democracy. 5. Discuss the Preamble as the bedrock of the Indian Constitution, highlighting its core principles.
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FederalismCentre-State Relations
The Indian model of federalism strengthens the Union government more than the states, but at the same time, state-level government structures have been able to assert their independence in different political contexts. Clarify.
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FederalismCentre-State Relations
Parliamentary committees serve as vital tools for legislative oversight, ensuring accountability and transparency in governance processes. In light of the statement, examine the role of the Public Accounts Committee in establishing financial accountability of the executive.
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ParliamentTransparency and Accountability
Discuss the potential for deeper dialogue and cooperation between NATO and India, considering their shared values and interests.
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Regional GroupingsBilateral Relations
Despite constitutional backing, urban planning and governance have given limited dividends on the ground. Enumerating the reasons for the same, suggest measures to ameliorate the situation.
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Local GovernmentPolicy Design and Implementation
There is an urgent need for global cooperation to eradicate poverty and hunger. In this context analyse how international cooperation can impact efforts to address the challenges of poverty and hunger.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Poverty and HungerGlobal Institutions
Mention the key features of the Citizen's Charter that make it an effective tool for ensuring administrative accountability. Discuss its limitations and suggest improvements.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Citizen Charters and Grievance RedressTransparency and Accountability