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.
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"Parliament is for constructive policy making and not for political manoeuvres". Comment. Also, suggest reforms needed to make Parliament more productive, efficient and responsive.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Parliament
Compare the position of the Speaker in Indian and British parliamentary system? Also, discuss various controversies related to functioning of Office of Speaker in Indian context and suggest corresponding reforms.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
ParliamentComparative Constitutions
The basic structure doctrine is a judicial innovation. Discuss its significance in the Indian Constitutional context.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Constitution and Basic StructureJudiciary
To what extent, in your opinion, has the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana been successful in promoting skill development and employment in India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Policy Design and ImplementationEducation
Discuss the key objectives of the e-Courts Project. How does it contribute to enhancing access to justice and improving judicial efficiency in India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
E-GovernanceJudiciary
While other geopolitical issues are important, India must give South Asia its fullest attention. Do you agree? Discuss in light of the problems and prospects of Neighbourhood First Policy of India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Neighbourhood
Federal governance is characterised by institutionalised arrangements for solving problems generated by pluralism based on consultation and mutual consent. How have Zonal Councils evolved from merely advisory bodies to proactive platforms for action?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
FederalismCentre-State Relations
Do you think the consent of the Chief Minister of the concerned state should be made essential for the appointment of the Governor? Give an account of Sarkaria commission's observations in this regard. Is the appointment of civil servants as Governors a healthy trend?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Centre-State RelationsFederalism
Citizens' participation in governance embodies a shift in the development paradigm from citizens as passive recipients to active participants in the development process. What are the different mechanisms for citizens' participation in the development process? Illustrate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Transparency and AccountabilityCitizen Charters and Grievance Redress
There can be no genuine Asian century without amicable India-China relations. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Bilateral RelationsMajor Powers
The focus of higher education in India has been on a select few Central or autonomous institutions where as the ones in states remain neglected. Commenting on the statement, highlight the significance of Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA) in this context.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
EducationPolicy Design and Implementation
"Digital interventions can significantly bridge the learning gaps and improve outcomes in the educational system of the country, but it comes with its own set of challenges". Comment.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
EducationE-Governance
Subsidies have morphed into a populist tool to achieve electoral objectives rather than developmental goals. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Policy Design and ImplementationWelfare Schemes
Explain why suicide among students is increasing in Indian society.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
HealthEducation
Evaluate the role of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in addressing the challenges faced by refugees in the current conflict ridden world. How effective has the UNHCR been in fulfilling its mandate amidst escalating global crisis?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Global InstitutionsVulnerable Sections
Despite recent efforts by governments to improve civil servants efficiency and capacity building, a thorough restructuring of the civil services is necessary to effectively tackle contemporary challenges. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Civil ServicesTransparency and Accountability
Discuss how the integration of information and communications technology (ICT) in the dispute resolution processes will help in overcoming the challenges associated with the functioning of courts and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) forums.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
E-GovernanceJudiciary
The Ninth Schedule fabricated a constitutional paradox to safeguard laws related to socio-economic justice from being challenged under the fundamental right to property. Does the ninth schedule have any relevance in present times? How did the IR Coelho judgment resolve this paradox?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitution and Basic StructureJudiciary
“Free and fair election is the ‘basic structure’ of our constitution and it is the ‘heartbeat’ of democracy.” Critically examine the role of the Election commission of India in ensuring free and fair elections in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitutional BodiesElections and Representation
Despite having features borrowed from Constitutions of various other countries, the Constitution of India remains unique. Discuss.
12.5 marks · 200 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Constitution and Basic StructureComparative Constitutions
Discuss the constitutional provisions related to the Election Commission of India (ECI). What reforms are needed in the ECI?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Constitutional BodiesElections and Representation
The practice of separation of powers in the Constitutional scheme of India and USA is distinct in its own way. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Comparative ConstitutionsSeparation of Powers
China has been recently extending its influence over small countries in India's neighborhood. How does it do so? What steps India needs to take to counter China's influence and safeguard its interests in the region?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
NeighbourhoodSecurity and Strategic Affairs
A China-Taiwan conflict can severely jeopardize India's security and economic interests, making it a situation India cannot afford to overlook. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Bilateral RelationsSecurity and Strategic Affairs