GS2 · Practice questions
Polity, governance, IR, social justice
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Safely managed drinking water services, as desired by Jal Jeevan Mission, are designated to give multifarious benefits cutting across generations. Discuss. Also, elaborate upon the challenges in ensuring the mission's success.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Policy Design and ImplementationWelfare Schemes
The doctrine of Parliamentary sovereignty and judicial supremacy has exerted considerable influence in shaping the constitutional frameworks of India and the USA. Citing relevant case laws discuss the role of the judiciary in influencing the constitutions in these countries. Is the scope of judicial review wider in India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Comparative ConstitutionsJudiciary
Assess the effectiveness of Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956 in resolution of river-water disputes. Also describe the potential impact of delays in resolution of water disputes.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Centre-State RelationsFederalism
Harbinger of global rebalancing, India-Africa ties are a beacon of inclusive, sustainable, and equitable world. Explain.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Bilateral RelationsGlobal Institutions
Discuss the unique challenges and opportunities Self Help Groups (SHGs) encounter in urban areas compared to rural ones, and how can microfinance be adapted to tackle urban poverty.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPoverty and Hunger
Examine the objectives of the Indian Ocean Rim Association. What importance does it hold for India's strategic interest?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Regional GroupingsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
Rising informality in employment raises the concern for social security. Discuss the statement with reference to platform workers.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Policy Design and ImplementationVulnerable Sections
Understanding the extent, source, and complexity of deprivations among the multidimensionally poor contributes to more informed policymaking. In this context, analyze the latest National Multidimensional Poverty Index Report by NITI Aayog.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Poverty and HungerPolicy Design and Implementation
How do ASEAN centrality, rules-based order, and development partnership with Pacific Island states make Indo-Pacific a theatre of opportunity for India? What are the hurdles in realisation of an inclusive Indo-Pacific construct?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Regional GroupingsBilateral Relations
Basic structure doctrine has prevented the Parliament, a creature of the constitution, from becoming the master of the constitution. Discuss this statement with the help of relevant case laws.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
Constitution and Basic StructureJudiciary
'Corruption corrodes the fabric of governance, eroding the public's faith in democratic institutions.' Examine the potential for harmonizing the Right to Information (RTI) Act, the Whistleblower Protection Act (WBPA), and the Lokpal & Lokayukta Act, 2013, to enhance the effectiveness of the anticorruption regime.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Corruption and ProbityTransparency and Accountability
To what extent collaboration between the state and civil society organizations (CSOs) help in addressing poverty and malnutrition in the country?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPoverty and Hunger
Civil society organizations, play a pivotal role in fostering "collective private action for the public good". What challenges do they face in local resource mobilization (LRM) and corporate funding through corporate social responsibility (CSR)? Also, suggest measures.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyTransparency and Accountability
The provisions under Article 360 remain a dead letter even during the worst economic crisis. Analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Constitution and Basic StructureFederalism
"Interstate border disputes, if not promptly and impartially settled, can transform into persistent issues that impede development and generate friction." Highlighting the constitutional and legal framework to resolve interstate disputes, explain why Independent India has failed to resolve inter-state border disputes.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Centre-State RelationsFederalism
Under what conditions can the 'National' Emergency be proclaimed by the President of India? What are the consequences when such a proclamation remains in force? When was it last imposed in the country?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
Constitution and Basic Structure
Bangladesh is a key pillar of India's Neighborhood First policy, but recent developments on both sides threaten to disrupt the 'Sonali Adhyay' in bilateral relations. Analyze.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
NeighbourhoodBilateral Relations
Institutional autonomy of sectoral regulators is critical for ensuring credibility, transparency, and fair competition. In light of recent incidents, examine the issues pertaining to the independence and autonomy of regulatory bodies in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Statutory and Regulatory BodiesTransparency and Accountability
Discuss the relevance of the Gujral Doctrine for India with regard to its relations with its immediate neighbours in the present times.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
NeighbourhoodBilateral Relations
The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 falls short of achieving its intended objectives. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
ChildrenVulnerable Sections
Finance Commission in India has the tough job of balancing inclusiveness for poorer states and incentives for states that perform. Comment.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022
Constitutional BodiesFederalism
Assess the role of NITI Aayog over the past decade in promoting cooperative and competitive federalism.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
FederalismConstitutional Bodies
Briefly explain the procedure laid down in the Representation of the People Act (RPA), 1951 for the registration of political parties with the Election Commission of India (ECI). What are Registered Unrecognised Political Parties (RUPPs)? What concerns are associated with them? Does the ECI have powers to de-register a political party?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
Elections and RepresentationConstitutional Bodies
An impartial and apolitical bureaucracy strengthens governance and contributes towards economic development and social transformation. Elaborate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022
Civil ServicesTransparency and Accountability