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Polity, governance, IR, social justice

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ThemeAll Policy Design and Implementation Transparency and Accountability Judiciary Constitution and Basic Structure Bilateral Relations Federalism Security and Strategic Affairs Welfare Schemes Vulnerable Sections Parliament Trade and Economic Diplomacy Centre-State Relations

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In recent years, India's relationship with West Asia has evolved from the confines of geopolitics to expanse of geoeconomics. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Bilateral RelationsTrade and Economic Diplomacy
What is constitutional morality? How far does the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) align with the vision of constitutional morality as encompassed in the Indian Constitution?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Constitution and Basic StructureDirective Principles and Duties
"Municipal corporations are key to urban governance, yet states often show reluctance to empower them functionally and financially". In this context, examine the key challenges faced by municipal corporations and suggest measures for a paradigm shift in urban local governance.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Local GovernmentFederalism
"The increasing regulatory oversight on civil society organisations risks shrinking democratic space." Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyTransparency and Accountability
Discuss factors and geopolitical interest which shapes India's engagement with central Asia. Also Mention steps which India need to take to enhance its reach in the region.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Bilateral RelationsTrade and Economic Diplomacy
Despite being a cornerstone of the global trade architecture, the World Trade Organization (WTO) is facing a crisis of relevance. Examine the major challenges undermining the WTO's effectiveness and suggest measures for its revival in a multipolar world.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Global InstitutionsTrade and Economic Diplomacy
The criminal justice system has made the process itself a punishment leading to the prolonged incarceration of undertrials. Highlighting the reasons for the large number of undertrial prisoners, examine the desirability of a dedicated bail law.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
Assess the significance of the United Nations in the contemporary world and discuss the need for its reform and revitalization.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Global Institutions
Delay in Population census has the potential to affect the efficacy and efficiency of developmental initiatives. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Policy Design and ImplementationWelfare Schemes
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
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
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
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
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
Multiplicity of central investigative agencies leads to not only problems of overlapping jurisdiction and duplication of functions but also dilution of federal principles. Highlighting various issues related to the functioning of central investigating agencies, argue the case for an independent umbrella body for their regulation.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
JudiciaryStatutory and Regulatory Bodies
"Repromulgation of Ordinance is a fraud on the constitution and a subversion of democratic legislative process". Substantiate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
ExecutiveParliament
The achievement of Sustainable Development Goals by 2030 can happen only if we consider local context and situations. In light of this statement, examine the critical role as well as capabilities of PRIs in meeting the SDGs.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
Local GovernmentPolicy Design and Implementation
Social Audit is an important mechanism to enforce accountability and provide transparency in the administration. Highlight various legislative supports available for social audit in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Transparency and AccountabilityLocal Government
Ayushman Bharat is a revolutionary intervention but falls short of recognizing the right to health as a universal basic right. In this perspective, discuss the need for and impediments in ensuring the right to health for all in the country.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
HealthSocial Sector Services
Assess the strategic significance of Taiwan for the world, and how its position as a major economic power and a potential flashpoint in the Asia-Pacific region affects the geopolitical balance of power in the 21st century.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Bilateral RelationsRegional Groupings
Just because a person is offended by someone's speech or word; it does not mean that an offence has been committed. In this context, discuss the issues surrounding the use of the section 295A and 153A of IPC.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
Fundamental RightsConstitution and Basic Structure
Appraise the role of Indian diaspora in the economies of West Asia and Africa. What initiatives can be taken to address the issues faced by the diaspora in these regions?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
Indian DiasporaBilateral Relations
Fundamental rights chapter of the constitution is the "north star" of the universe of constitutionalism. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
Fundamental RightsConstitution and Basic Structure
While National Green Tribunal (NGT) has made immense contribution to protection of environment, various structural and functional issues have limited its effectiveness. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
Statutory and Regulatory Bodies