GS2 · Practice questions
Polity, governance, IR, social justice
449 questions match. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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Despite being lauded for its patient centric approach, the implementation of the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017, remains sluggish and mired with various issues. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
HealthPolicy Design and Implementation
"Department-related Standing Committees serve as the institutional backbone of legislative scrutiny, yet their potential remains underutilised." Critically analyse the challenges faced by Parliamentary Committees in ensuring executive accountability in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
ParliamentTransparency and Accountability
The Finance Commission plays a crucial role in balancing fiscal federalism in India. In this context, examine the recommendations given by the 15th Finance Commission.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Constitutional BodiesFederalism
Do you agree with the view that time has come to revisit the Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution? Discuss with suitable arguments.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
FederalismCentre-State Relations
Socialistic ideals and secularism are core features of the Basic Structure doctrine in India. In this context, discuss how judicial decisions have cemented these principles as the cornerstone of constitutional identity.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Constitution and Basic StructureJudiciary
Critically assess whether according statutory backing to the Model Code of Conduct will contribute towards free and fair elections in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Elections and RepresentationConstitutional Bodies
'The post of Deputy Speaker goes beyond ceremonial significance and is indispensable to Indian parliamentary democracy.' Discuss with relevant constitutional provisions and conventions. Also, examine the implications of the prolonged vacancy of the Deputy Speaker's post.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
ParliamentConstitution and Basic Structure
Despite the government encouraging open source instead of proprietary technology for government applications, the true potential of Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) and digital platforms remains unrealized. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
E-GovernanceTransparency and Accountability
Lateral entry into civil services is seen as a reformative step, yet it continues to attract criticism and controversy. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
Civil Services
'The recommendations of the 15th Finance Commission have enabled the States to improve their fiscal conditions.' Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
Centre-State RelationsFederalism
Do you agree with the view that adopting a framework for lobbying will strengthen participative governance and ease of doing business in India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Pressure Groups and AssociationsTransparency and Accountability
'Starved of funds, shackled by geopolitics, WHO is facing a crisis of capacity and credibility.' Discuss the statement in the light of USA's withdrawal and its accusation of the health body of being 'biased towards China and mishandling the COVID-19 pandemic'.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
Global InstitutionsHealth
Critically examine the 'in-house procedure' adopted by the Apex Court to inquire into allegations of misconduct against judges of constitutional courts in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
JudiciaryTransparency and Accountability
The recently released Devolution Index reveals wide variation in the performance of States in empowering Panchayati Raj Institutions. While explaining the reasons behind this variation, discuss the role of capacity-building initiatives in enabling PRIs to fulfil their constitutional mandate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Local GovernmentFederalism
"India's poverty lies in the eyes of the beholder." In light of this statement, examine the need for a credible and periodically updated poverty estimation framework in the country.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
Poverty and HungerPolicy Design and Implementation
To what extent, in your opinion, have the ideals of the Preamble been realised in the country's 75-year constitutional journey?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
Constitution and Basic Structure
Despite the constitutional division of powers, Centre-state disputes have been a perennial feature of Indian democracy. Discuss with examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Centre-State RelationsFederalism
Examine the factors behind the growing salience of the Arctic region in international politics. Discuss, in this context, strategies for India to recalibrate its Arctic engagement.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
Global Commons and TreatiesSecurity and Strategic Affairs
The Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) is born from a collective desire to make the Indo-Pacific region an engine of global economic growth. Comment. Also, discuss India's concerns in this context.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Regional GroupingsTrade and Economic Diplomacy
How far do you think a caste census is a necessary step toward realising the goals of social justice and equitable development, despite the administrative challenges it poses?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Vulnerable SectionsWelfare Schemes
There is an urgent need for effective whistle-blowing mechanisms and ensuring that necessary safeguards for the protection of whistle-blowers are established in both public and private spheres in India. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Transparency and AccountabilityCorruption and Probity
The trajectory of India-China relations in the last 75 years reflects a balance between pragmatic cooperation and unresolved strategic tensions. Discuss the contours of this evolving policy and highlight the measures India should take to counterbalance asymmetries with China.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
NeighbourhoodSecurity and Strategic Affairs
"An independent judiciary is essential for upholding constitutional values, but it must also remain accountable to preserve public trust." Discuss in the context of recent issues.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
JudiciarySeparation of Powers
"President's Rule is a constitutional mechanism to deal with governance failure, not political convenience." Under what circumstances can President's Rule be imposed in a State? Discuss the constitutional safeguards and judicial verdicts associated with it.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Centre-State RelationsConstitution and Basic Structure