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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Ordinance making by the executive is violative of the Principle of Separation of Power. Do you agree that the constitutional and Judicial safeguards have been successful in preventing the misuse of such powers?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Separation of PowersExecutive
To what extent do you agree with the concept of state financing of elections?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Elections and RepresentationCorruption and Probity
Mission Karmayogi is a transformational approach for improving the capacity building of civil servants, strengthening public institutions and for effective delivery of services. Comment.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Civil ServicesPolicy Design and Implementation
Provide a brief comparison of Constitutional scheme of South Africa with that of India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Comparative Constitutions
Mauritius remains the 'Star and Key' to the Indian Ocean for India. Analyze the geopolitical significance of Mauritius in India's Indian Ocean strategy.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Bilateral RelationsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
Electoral reform is a continuous effort to make election funding transparent, election process inclusive, and political parties accountable. Discuss issues related to election funding, proposal for remote voting and regulation of Registered Unrecognized Political Parties (RUPPs).
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
Elections and Representation
Parliamentary privileges are fundamental for lawmakers to discharge their duties without undue influence. However, ensuring the responsible exercise of these privileges is crucial for fostering public trust and ensuring the accountability of public institutions. Analyse.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
ParliamentTransparency and Accountability
Discuss whether changes recommended by the Law Commission in its 268th report can help in addressing the problems of undertrials languishing in jails in India. What other measures can be taken in this regard?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2019–2020
Statutory and Regulatory BodiesJudiciary
In light of the changing geopolitical landscape, what are the emerging areas of cooperation and potential challenges in the India-Japan strategic relationship?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Bilateral RelationsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
With overlapping geographical and strategic interests, ASEAN-BIMSTEC cooperation can enhance Indo-Pacific connectivity and resilience. Analyze the institutional, political, and external challenges that impede this collaboration.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Regional GroupingsBilateral Relations
Geopolitical shifts pose challenges to India-Russia relations, yet the relationship remains robust, driven by deep-rooted trust and a shared commitment to sustain a multifaceted strategic partnership. Analyse.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Bilateral RelationsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
'Emerging environmental concerns and evolving ecosystem perspectives demand a reimagined approach to rural water governance.' Discuss the key interventions needed to recalibrate rural water policies with special emphasis on the role of communities.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2017–2025
Policy Design and ImplementationLocal Government
The Citizen charter plays a prominent role in ensuring citizen centric governance but its implementation in recent times is riddled with complications. In this context, discuss the key problems in implementation of citizen charter in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Citizen Charters and Grievance RedressTransparency and Accountability
Discuss the role of targeted welfare schemes for nomadic communities in achieving inclusive development. What are the implementation bottlenecks and how can they be resolved?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Welfare SchemesVulnerable Sections
Discuss the hurdles in deepening the health insurance coverage for the 'missing middle' in a time bound & efficient manner. Also, highlight the government's role in this regard.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
HealthPolicy Design and Implementation
Judicial accountability and independence are mutually reinforcing. Do you agree? In what ways can judicial accountability be enhanced without impinging on its independence?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
JudiciaryTransparency and Accountability
Despite being part of the Directive Principles, the Uniform Civil Code remains unrealised at the national level. Examine the factors behind the delay and suggest potential measure for its national implementation.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Directive Principles and DutiesConstitution and Basic Structure
The foundational strength of the Indian Constitution stems from its ability to integrate diverse socio-political perspectives. Elucidate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Constitution and Basic Structure
Citizens' Charters make administration both accountable and citizen-friendly. However, over time, in a large number of offices, Citizens' Charters have fallen into disuse. Suggest measures that can make these charters effective tools for bringing accountability in public service.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2019–2020
Citizen Charters and Grievance RedressTransparency and Accountability
The expansion of BRICS has been projected as a step towards greater representation for the Global South. Critically examine this claim in the context of growing concerns about China's strategic dominance within the grouping.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Regional GroupingsMajor Powers
How does the Sixth Schedule balance tribal autonomy with national integration? Evaluate its success and limitations.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Constitution and Basic StructureFederalism
What constitutes corrupt practices under the Representation of the People Act, 1951? Also, discuss the challenges in curbing such malpractices and suggest remedial measures.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Elections and RepresentationCorruption and Probity
The role of the State does not diminish when non-State actors get involved in service delivery, it just becomes different. Elaborate the statement in the context of partnership of State and non-State actors in the governance in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPolicy Design and Implementation
What is Learning Poverty? Analyze the impact of the CoViD-19 Pandemic on the learning poverty of children in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
EducationPoverty and Hunger