GS2 · Practice questions
Polity, governance, IR, social justice
1,564 questions, with how toppers answered each. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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Anti-defection law has failed to address and resolve the evil of political defection satisfactorily. Discuss various issues surrounding the Anti-defection law and recommend some corrective measures.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
ParliamentElections and Representation
Do you agree that the Aspirational District Programme has emerged as a template for good governance? Substantiate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Policy Design and ImplementationTransparency and Accountability
Discuss the role of microfinance institutions (MFI) in rural financial empowerment in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPolicy Design and Implementation
Discuss the significance of the cooperative model of development in addressing the issues of rural growth.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Policy Design and ImplementationNGOs, SHGs and Civil Society
"Supremacy of the constitution requires all ordinary laws to conform to the constitutional law." Discuss the statement with reference to judicial review in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Constitution and Basic StructureSeparation of Powers
Independent judiciary, as envisaged by the constitution, provides the bedrock for a thriving polity; however, executive encroachment may erode its credibility and affect its efficacy. Evaluate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
JudiciarySeparation of Powers
'The delimitation process creates a wedge between representative democracy and federalism.' Examine. Also suggest measures to address the concerns of federal units.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
FederalismElections and Representation
Electoral bond was brought in as a reform that was high on intent but has proved to be low on substance. Do you agree? Justify.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
Elections and RepresentationTransparency and Accountability
Presence of multiple parastatals erodes the autonomy of Urban Local Bodies. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Local GovernmentFederalism
Demographic transition demands renewed focus on healthcare intervention patterns. Discuss the statement in the light of geriatric health in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
HealthVulnerable Sections
'Financial resources of the centre are elastic and substantial while that of the states are inelastic and inadequate.' Examine.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Centre-State RelationsFederalism
Recognizing the pivotal role of urbanization as a driver of national economic growth, the Fifteenth Finance Commission has suggested major reforms for Urban Local Bodies. Evaluate the recommendations put forward by the Fifteenth Finance Commission in promoting and revitalizing ULBs in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Local GovernmentSeparation of Powers
'The Forest Rights Act, 2006 was a historic effort in doing justice to the tribal community.' Evaluate the status of its implementation and suggest measures for improvement.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Vulnerable SectionsWelfare Schemes
What are the strategic challenges to the global economy in active decoupling from China? How will it benefit India's economic growth prospects?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Trade and Economic DiplomacyMajor Powers
Frequent reliance on the ordinance making power by the government, not only dilutes the basic tenets of executive accountability in a parliamentary democracy, but also overlooks the democratic traditions of building consensus. Discuss with relevant examples.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
ParliamentExecutive
The island states and territories from the South Pacific to the African coast have become new nodes in India's changing strategic geography. In this context, highlight the importance of these island states for India and also throw light upon the initiatives taken by India to strengthen ties with these states.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Bilateral RelationsRegional Groupings
Human dignity, stemming from right to life, does not end with death penalty. In this context, throw light on various controversies surrounding capital punishment in the country.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Fundamental RightsJudiciary
Discuss the role of the 'Fourth Estate' in upholding democratic values and analyse the issues affecting press freedom in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Transparency and AccountabilityFundamental Rights
Discuss the role of the Department Related Standing Committee (DRSC) system in improving parliamentary effectiveness.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Parliament
The first step to eradicating poverty is reliable poverty assessment for program design, implementation, and monitoring. In this context discuss the methodology and significance of NITI Aayog's National Multidimensional Poverty Index.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Poverty and HungerPolicy Design and Implementation
In the context of India, despite the presence of constitutional provisions, legal precedents and international commitments that establish a robust foundation for a right to health, why has there been a lack of explicit legal recognition of this right?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
HealthConstitution and Basic Structure
Highlight the key differences in the scope of Freedom of speech and expression as provided under Parliamentary privileges vis a vis Fundamental rights. Why is it necessary to maintain a balance between parliamentary privilege and fundamental rights?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
ParliamentFundamental Rights
Referring to the case laws through which the collegium system in India evolved, critically assess its functioning.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
JudiciaryConstitution and Basic Structure
Despite constitutional backing to the institutions of local governance, the idea of decentralisation has remained hostage to several structural bottlenecks. Elucidate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Local GovernmentFederalism