GS2 · Practice questions
Polity, governance, IR, social justice
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Privatization of educational Institutions in India has led to the commercialization of education. Do you agree? Justify your views.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
EducationPolicy Design and Implementation
There seems to be no end to the debate surrounding the nature and extent of parliamentary privileges. In this regard, assess the need for codification of Parliamentary Privileges. Also, highlight the judicial pronouncement in the direction of bringing clarity to parliamentary privileges.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
ParliamentJudiciary
Women bear a disproportionate burden of the gaps in our health-care system. Do you think a constitutional right to health will help in bridging this gap? Also, suggest suitable alternatives.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
HealthWomen and Gender
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms have the potential to change the judicial landscape, however, their outcomes are very limited in scope. Do you agree? Substantiate your views.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
JudiciarySeparation of Powers
Examine the significance of the SVAMITVA Scheme in achieving the objectives of socio-economically resilient rural India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Policy Design and ImplementationLocal Government
A healthy democracy rests on the twin pillars of a functioning civil society and a responsive government. Justify the statement in the context of India with suitable examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Transparency and AccountabilityNGOs, SHGs and Civil Society
Do you think that the Preamble is just a preface to the Indian Constitution and serves no other significant purpose?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Constitution and Basic Structure
What is GOVTECH 3.0? By highlighting its guiding principles, assess the benefits of adopting this approach in enhancing public service delivery in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
E-GovernancePolicy Design and Implementation
"Indian Diaspora is the true and permanent ambassadors of the country". In this context, bring out the significance of the Indian diaspora with suitable examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Indian Diaspora
The role of the State does not diminish when non-State actors gets 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
How do the provisions of the recently passed Election Laws Amendment Act, 2021 helpful in addressing the issue of duplicate voting? Also, highlight the concerns associated with the Act.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Elections and RepresentationTransparency and Accountability
BIMSTEC lies at the crossroads between SAARC and ASEAN, drawing its energy from the natural convergence of the countries around the Bay of Bengal. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Regional GroupingsNeighbourhood
How far do you think that the convergence of welfare schemes would lead to their better implementation on the ground?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Policy Design and ImplementationWelfare Schemes
The Rajya Sabha is not only a House for second thoughts but is also a guardian of a state's interests. In this context, critically examine if Rajya Sabha has lived up to its expectations.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
ParliamentFederalism
The recent global recognition of India's ASHAs (accredited social health activists) highlights their significant role in public health delivery. Discuss the challenges faced by ASHAs and suggest measures to address them.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
HealthSocial Sector Services
What do you understand by the principle of subsidiarity? Explain how the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act strives to achieve this principle.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Local GovernmentFederalism
What do you understand by the principle of subsidiarity? Explain how 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act strives to achieve this principle.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Local GovernmentFederalism
Highlighting the factors responsible for the growth of EdTech sector in India in recent times, discuss its benefits. Also, state the concerns associated with it.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
EducationPolicy Design and Implementation
Gender budgeting can be a useful tool to mainstream gender-responsiveness in the developmental policy formulation and resource allocation. Discuss.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Policy Design and ImplementationWomen and Gender
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
"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 China's Polar Silk Road initiative in view of the growing interest in the Arctic region and state its implications for India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Global Commons and TreatiesSecurity and Strategic Affairs
Welfare initiatives embody civil rights, whereas freebies cultivate a patron-client syndrome. Examine in the context of governance in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Policy Design and ImplementationWelfare Schemes
The Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers and Their Rehabilitation Act, 2013, provides an effective mechanism for empowerment of the intended beneficiaries in the society. Critically discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Welfare SchemesVulnerable Sections