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.
All 42 themesFewer themes
Compare and contrast the role of speaker in the Indian Lok Sabha and British House of Commons.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Comparative ConstitutionsParliament
'Door-step delivery of services aims to remedy the issues with traditional bureaucracy and create a leaner, incentive-driven local administration'. Discuss
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
E-GovernanceTransparency and Accountability
As China continues to pursue dominance over Indo-Pacific, the trilateral technology alliance between India, South Korea and the United States aim to enhance collaboration in key emerging technology fields. Discuss the implications of this alliance for the security and stability of the Indo-Pacific.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Regional GroupingsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
Despite certain hiccups, recent developments suggest that continuity still looms large in the Indo-Bhutan relationship. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
NeighbourhoodBilateral Relations
Why capacity building of civil servants is sine qua non for a functional democracy? Discuss how Mission Karmayogi aspires to fill the void in civil services reform architecture.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Civil Services
Analyze the key shifts in India's foreign policy since independence and evaluate their success in achieving India's objectives.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Bilateral RelationsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
Critically examine the efficacy of BRICS in the evolving global order. Also discuss India's recent diplomatic shifts regarding Afghanistan and the Iran-Israel conflict.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Regional GroupingsBilateral Relations
Parliamentary committees serve as vital tools for legislative oversight, ensuring accountability and 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
Though defamation law is vital to protect one's reputation and dignity in society, weaponization of the same to curb dissent and free speech is antithetical in a constitutional democracy. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Fundamental RightsConstitution and Basic Structure
“Most of the institutional architecture of Indian federalism focuses on relations between the Union and the states and there is far less space to settle inter-state frictions”. Analyse.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
FederalismCentre-State Relations
Discuss the multiple digitization initiatives that have been unfolding in rural India to improve governance.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
E-GovernanceTransparency and Accountability
Though the Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS) aims to address the inequity in development in India, there are a number of issues which plague the scheme. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Policy Design and ImplementationWelfare Schemes
'Despite the growing harmful impact of online spaces on adolescents, curbing these negative effects remains a significant challenge'. Discuss the factors responsible for this challenge and suggest measures to protect adolescents in the digital age.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
ChildrenSocial Sector Services
Governor's office is neither decorative nor inconsequential, it assumes a role of profound essence! To what extent does the Governor actively contribute to state governance & reinforce principle of federalism?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
ExecutiveFederalism
High healthcare expenses drag millions into situational poverty. In this light, discuss how the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) has become a safety net.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Welfare SchemesHealth
“Though Supreme Court’s use of its vast powers under the Article 142 has done tremendous good to many deprived sections, however, it is time to institute checks and balances”. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Separation of PowersJudiciary
Where there is a right, there is a remedy. In this context, discuss the nature and significance of writs in India with adequate examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Fundamental RightsJudiciary
Digital age is raising new questions on sovereignty, governance, law, rights, and security. Discuss
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
E-GovernanceTransparency and Accountability
Substantiate with examples how the E-Governance promotes the idea of less government and more governance.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
E-GovernanceTransparency and Accountability
Recent tensions between Iran backed Yemen based Houthi Rebels and other countries have created a crisis in Red Sea.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Security and Strategic AffairsTrade and Economic Diplomacy
While participation of private sector in the higher education system of India is a necessity, it creates issues that need careful redressal. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
EducationPolicy Design and Implementation
Analyze the importance of specialist civil servants in India's journey towards achieving developed nation status by 2047 and highlight the challenges associated with their integration into the traditional civil services structure.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Civil Services
Discuss the significance of India's Arctic Policy in the context of its foreign policy and domestic development goals. Also, explain the differences between the Ethics Committee and the Privileges Committee in Parliament, highlighting their complementary roles in ensuring accountability.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Global Commons and TreatiesParliament
Article 280 accounts for creation of Finance Commission as means to ensure fiscal federalism and more transparency in fund devolution
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Constitutional BodiesFederalism