GS2 · Practice questions
Polity, governance, IR, social justice
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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
Technology has the potential to bring drastic changes in the field of law and transform the court system. In this context, discuss the need for digitization of Indian judiciary and challenges faced in this regard.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
JudiciaryE-Governance
Sedition law, in any form, is a threat to civil liberties and presents an opportunity for its weaponization against dissenters and detractors. Should India do away with the sedition law? Justify your opinion.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Constitution and Basic StructureFundamental Rights
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.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
FederalismCentre-State Relations
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
Recently released SDG progress report highlights that we are on track to achieve only 17% of the goals. Discuss strategies to accelerate progress towards SDGs. Also, discuss challenges faced by the LGBTQIA+ community and suggest measures to ensure their rights and dignity.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Welfare SchemesVulnerable Sections
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.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
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.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
ParliamentTransparency and Accountability
The Indian diaspora has a significant role to play in the country's development. Discuss the changing role of the Indian diaspora and the benefits that India can leverage from it.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Indian Diaspora
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
Highlight the potential of India Digital Ecosystem Architecture (IndEA) 2.0 in transforming the ecosystem of service delivery in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
E-Governance
The Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Bill, 2023 seeks to undermine the independence and autonomy of the ECI, and undo the top court's recent ruling in 'Anoop Baranwal vs. Union of India'. Examine.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Constitutional BodiesJudiciary
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
"Indian diaspora is the true and permanent ambassadors of the country." In this context bring out the significance of Indian diaspora with suitable egs.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Indian Diaspora
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
Discuss the potential for deeper dialogue and cooperation between NATO and India, considering their shared values and interests.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Regional GroupingsBilateral Relations
Delineate the grounds of disqualifications under the Representation of People Act, 1951. Also discuss the remedial measures available to the disqualified representatives. Highlight the various challenges in ensuring cooperative federalism in India. Also, suggest measures to foster cooperative federalism. Is there a need to rationalize the large number of ministries in the Govt. of India? Discuss with logical arguments.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Elections and Representation
Despite bonhomie, the structural differences between Indian and Israeli national security situations, their worldviews and absence of explicitly shared enemies limit stronger strategic rapprochement. Critically discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Bilateral RelationsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
Governor's office is neither decorative nor inconsequential - it assumes a constitutional role of profound essence". To what extent does the Governor actively contribute to governance of a state, and reinforce principles of federalism?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Centre-State RelationsExecutive
Given the importance of a teacher in affecting the learning outcomes of children, discuss the problems in the present system of teacher training in India. How can these be addressed?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
EducationSocial Sector Services
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
Compare the Indian constitutional framework with that of Switzerland, emphasizing the nuances of direct democracy, federalism, and minority rights.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Comparative ConstitutionsFederalism
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.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Local GovernmentPolicy Design and Implementation
"The moral value of fundamental duties would not be to smother rights but to establish a democratic balance by making the people conscious of their duties equally as they are conscious of their rights". Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Directive Principles and DutiesFundamental Rights