GS2 · Practice questions
Constitution and Basic Structure
81 questions match. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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Decriminalization of homosexuality by the SC in Navtej Singh Jauhar case remains a task half done, specially without the socio-political sensitisation about the issues faced by LGBTQIA+ community. Elaborate in light of ongoing debates on same sex marriage.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2024
Vulnerable SectionsConstitution and Basic Structure
What do you understand by 'constitutionalism'? Highlight various ways in which the Indian Constitution underscores this principle.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Constitution and Basic StructureJudiciary
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
"The right to internet access is integral to the realization and exercise of other fundamental rights in India." In this context examine how the recognition of internet access as a fundamental right in India reconciles with the state's authority to impose restrictions.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Fundamental RightsConstitution and Basic Structure
It is argued that unchecked and rampant exercise of the power to insert laws in the Ninth Schedule results in undermining of constitutional supremacy and creation of parliamentary hegemony. Do you agree? Justify your stand with logical arguments.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Constitution and Basic StructureJudiciary
How did the 44th Constitutional Amendment impact the emergency provisions in the Indian Constitution?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Constitution and Basic Structure
"Parliament is a creature of the constitution, not its master". Highlighting relevant case laws discuss how judicial intervention has shaped the balance between the Constitution and parliamentary sovereignty.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Constitution and Basic StructureJudiciary
The founders of the Constitution had "hoped and expected" a Uniform Civil Code for India but there has been no attempt at framing one. In this regard discuss the need for a Uniform Civil Code in India and examine the challenges in its implementation. What steps can be taken by the government to overcome these challenges?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Directive Principles and DutiesFundamental Rights
How do the citizenship laws and policies of India and the United States differ within their constitutional frameworks? Comment on the ongoing debate on citizenship laws and policies in India and the US.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Comparative ConstitutionsConstitution and Basic Structure
Comment on the constitutional validity of the 103rd Constitutional Amendment Act 2019 which aims to bring the economically weaker section to the mainstream of development, in the light of recent Supreme Court judgements
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Constitution and Basic StructureSC, ST and OBC
The amendment to the Citizenship Act reshapes the path to Indian citizenship, intensifying the debate over secularism in India. Comment.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitution and Basic StructureMinorities
A distinctive feature of the Indian Constitution is that it seeks to impart flexibility to a written federal Constitution. Elaborate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitution and Basic StructureFederalism
"The Indian Independence Act 1947 changed the existing constitutional position, root and branch." Discuss the changes introduced by the Indian Independence Act 1947 and the immediate challenges that emerged as a result.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitution and Basic Structure
Answer the following questions: 1. Discuss the role of Zonal Councils in fostering cooperative federalism in India. 2. How does the Indian Constitution embody the principle of secularism? Discuss its challenges. 3. Critically analyze the impact of Section 8 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, on the criminalization of politics in India. 4. Discuss the significance of the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in a parliamentary democracy. 5. Discuss the Preamble as the bedrock of the Indian Constitution, highlighting its core principles.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
FederalismCentre-State Relations
How will you explain that the Government of India Act 1935 was seminal in giving shape to the Indian constitution?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitution and Basic Structure
Examine the significance of the Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Directive Principles and DutiesConstitution and Basic Structure
In a democratic society, individual rights and freedoms are always balanced against the larger interests of society and the state. To what extent do the constitutional restrictions on fundamental rights strike a balance between individual liberty and societal interests? What factors are considered in evaluating the reasonableness of such restrictions? Refer to the case laws.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Fundamental RightsConstitution and Basic Structure
"Constitution envisages an independent judiciary, not insulated judiciary"; In the light of the given statement, discuss the issues associated with the appointment of judges in the higher judiciary and explore alternatives to the current system.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
JudiciaryConstitution and Basic Structure
Indian Constitution acquires its secular character not just from the words in the Preamble but from a collective reading of many of its provisions. Illustrate with examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitution and Basic StructureFundamental Rights
Explain the importance of the principle of 'complete justice' as outlined in the Indian constitution. Refer to key judicial rulings that have contributed to the realisation of complete justice in modern India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
JudiciaryConstitution and Basic Structure
The Indian philosophy of secularism is 'Sarva Dharma Sambhava' that is the destination of paths followed by all religions is same. Q2. Federalism refers to the relationship between Union govt. and state govt. in a nation. The Indian constitution mentions India, that is 'Bharat' a 'Union of States'.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitution and Basic StructureFederalism
The role of the civil service is not limited to the mere welfare of the people but extends to the realm of upholding the spirit of the constitution. Elaborate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Civil ServicesConstitution and Basic Structure
"The constitutionalization of environmental issues by the Supreme Court is among the most transformative developments in contemporary Indian jurisprudence." Discuss the statement with the help of relevant case laws.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
JudiciaryFundamental Rights
Differentiating between Constitution and Constitutionalism, mention key constitutional provisions in India that uphold the principles of constitutionalism. How has it contributed to the stability and governance in India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Constitution and Basic StructureFundamental Rights