GS2 · Practice questions
Polity, governance, IR, social justice
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"The anti-defection law has fallen short of achieving its intended objective." Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
ParliamentElections and Representation
To what extent has the anti-defection law been able to address the issue of political instability in India? Discuss with suitable arguments.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
ParliamentElections and Representation
Critical Information Infrastructure has become a global good that requires global norms for its safeguard. What role can the G20 play to safeguard Critical Information Infrastructure?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Regional GroupingsGlobal Commons and Treaties
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
In light of increasing defections and political instability, do you think the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution needs a relook? Suggest reforms for strengthening anti-defection law.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
ParliamentState Legislatures
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
While income poverty has declined, nutritional poverty persists in India. How can the present food security interventions of the government be restructured to address this concern holistically?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Poverty and HungerWelfare Schemes
How can a 'rule of law culture' contribute towards promoting individual liberty and democratic governance in a society like India? What are the challenges in fostering such a culture?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Constitution and Basic StructureJudiciary
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.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Transparency and AccountabilityCitizen Charters and Grievance Redress
Growing isolation of Russia creates great stress on India-Russia relations and affects the balance of power in Eurasia. Examine.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Bilateral RelationsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
Highlighting the significance of Central Asia for India, discuss the challenges in strengthening the Indo-Central Asian relationship.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
NeighbourhoodBilateral Relations
Does the recent Prime Ministerial visit to Israel mark a tectonic shift in India's policy towards the Israel - Palestine conflict? Do you think India and israel relations have reached their natural climax?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Bilateral Relations
"The purpose of having a Constitution is to transform the society for the better and this objective is the fundamental pillar of transformative constitutionalism." Discuss with the help of recent case laws.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Constitution and Basic StructureJudiciary
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?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
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.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitution and Basic Structure
Discuss the key tension areas in centre state relations.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Centre-State RelationsFederalism
What are tribunals? How is Article 323 A different from Article 323 B of the Indian Constitution?
Answered by 1 topper
Statutory and Regulatory BodiesJudiciary
Differentiate between the legal and illegal means adopted by advocacy networks to advance their interests. What are the factors that limit their effectiveness as a pressure group?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Pressure Groups and Associations
Discuss the notable developments made by India in achieving gender parity and examine the barriers that continue to hinder progress. What further measures can be adopted to make progress towards gender parity in India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Women and GenderWelfare Schemes
Critically analyse the working of the POCSO Act, 2012 in addressing the menace of child sex abuse in society in the 10 years since its enactment. How far has the National Commission for protection of child rights been successful in fulfilling its mandate?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Vulnerable SectionsChildren
Today, the India-US relationship encompasses a large variety of activities, from information sharing and joint exercises to emerging industrial cooperation. Despite this convergence, India-U.S relations have been the subject of constant criticism, a combination of unrealistic expectations and doubt. Analyse.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Bilateral RelationsMajor Powers
Given the fact that India cannot match China's financial clout, it is seen to be diversifying the ways in which it can enhance cooperation and promote its diplomatic profile in Africa. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Bilateral RelationsTrade and Economic Diplomacy
Critically analyze the rationale behind the proposed amendments to the Indian Administrative Service (Cadre) Rules, 1954, and its impact on India's federal structure.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
FederalismCentre-State Relations
To what extent have farmer associations been successful in influencing public policies and governance in the country?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Pressure Groups and Associations