GS2 · Practice questions
Polity, governance, IR, social justice
176 questions match. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
All 42 themesFewer themes
All constitutions are heirs of the past and testators of the future. How far is this true in case of Indian Constitution?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Constitution and Basic Structure
Do you believe that as of late, giving citizenship in India is moving from Jus Soli to Jus Sanguine? Examine the statement with respect to Citizenship Amendment Act 2019? Recently the govt extended reservation to the EWS section through 103rd Amendt. In this context, examine the tool of reservation as a measure towards social justice.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Constitution and Basic StructureVulnerable Sections
Discuss the key tension areas in centre state relations.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Centre-State RelationsFederalism
The working of legislatures of states and parliament has been hit during the Pandemic. Discuss the reasons and suggest reforms.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
ParliamentState Legislatures
With specific examples, elaborate upon the conditions that led to the emergence of a new civil society in urban India in the last few decades. Also, highlight its contribution towards effecting governance and policy changes.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Pressure Groups and AssociationsTransparency and Accountability
Discuss the significant challenges to the ideals and aspirations stated in the Preamble that hinder the functioning of liberal democracy.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Constitution and Basic Structure
While on the one hand food subsidies are a major drain on government resources, on the other hand they ensure accessibility and affordability of food to millions of people. Do you think there is a need to balance both the interests? If yes, suggest some measures that can be taken in this regard.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Poverty and HungerWelfare Schemes
Discuss the effectiveness of Representation of People's Acts for the smooth conduct of elections and in creating a meaningful democracy.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Elections and Representation
International relations are not the relations only between nations. Various other players like corporations, global institutions, lobby groups and NGOs, and also media are participants in their own right. How do you think the rise of social media has affected international relations?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Bilateral RelationsGlobal Institutions
The significance of the principle of subsidiarity was well reflected in the management of the COVID-19 pandemic. Analyse.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
FederalismLocal Government
The 42nd amendment to the constitution significantly changed the constitution. Illustrate with examples?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Constitution and Basic Structure
Sub categorization of the OBC (other backward classes) will be beneficial to the OBC communities. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
SC, ST and OBCVulnerable Sections
Instability in Myanmar erodes progress made by India in the last decade and significantly affects India's strategic interests. Comment
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
NeighbourhoodSecurity and Strategic Affairs
Do you think the electoral bond scheme disrupts the basic principles of India's democracy by infringing upon the citizen's "right to know"? What significant changes should be made to reform electoral finance in India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Elections and RepresentationTransparency and Accountability
In the context of the evolving discourse on the Indo Pacific, analyse the factors driving the global shift towards the region. Also, identify India's interests and challenges in this regard.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Regional GroupingsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
The Gati Shakti mission has the potential to not only address the issue of infrastructure bottlenecks but also streamline the governance processes in the country. Elucidate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Policy Design and Implementation
Announcement of the AUKUS security pact heralds a new era of global geopolitics. Comment. Also, discuss how it may affect India's interests.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Security and Strategic AffairsRegional Groupings
Discuss the constitutionally enshrined role of Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG). What are the safeguards provided in the constitution for the effective functioning of CAG?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Constitutional Bodies
Discuss the issues plaguing public policy formulation in India. Also suggest measures to strengthen the policy formulation process.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Policy Design and Implementation
Though all pressure groups employ similar techniques to incorporate their interests in state policies, a few are more successful than others. What are the various factors that result in the success of the pressure groups?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Pressure Groups and Associations
"India's focus on active involvement with multilateral grouping is putting under scanner its neighbourhood first policy". Explain with suitable examples. (10M)
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
NeighbourhoodRegional Groupings
Self Help Groups (SHGs) has emerged as an innovative programme in dealing with the feminization of poverty in India. To what extent, SHGs have been successful in achieving its objectives?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyWomen and Gender
How Far do you agree with the view that Election Commission of India (ECI) needs to be granted more rule making power to enable better conduct of elections? Give reasons in support of your answer.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Constitutional BodiesElections and Representation
Good governance requires institutional reforms in governance and dynamic policy shifts. Enumerate the reforms undertaken by government in this direction.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Transparency and AccountabilityE-Governance