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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How do corporate donors aid NGOs in facilitating holistic development in India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2024
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPolicy Design and Implementation
Expression of dissent is central to the functioning of the Parliament. In light of this, discuss the role of the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in India's parliamentary system.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2024
ParliamentTransparency and Accountability
Considering the non-enforceable nature of fundamental duties and directive principles of state policy, critically examine their impact in socio-political norms.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
Directive Principles and DutiesConstitution and Basic Structure
Reforming the education infrastructure through digital interventions is a progressive step, but it has its limitations too. Comment.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
EducationE-Governance
Discuss the key function of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC). What steps should be taken to revamp the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) in order to enhance its effectiveness as a true guardian of public funds?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
ParliamentTransparency and Accountability
Water diplomacy can redefine the contours of regional cooperation in South Asia. Discuss with special reference to Indus water treaty 1960.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
NeighbourhoodBilateral Relations
What do you understand by India Stack? Discuss its role in good governance and improving ease of living.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
E-GovernanceTransparency and Accountability
'Unique blend of flexibility and rigidity distinguish Indian constitution from that of the US constitution.' Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Comparative ConstitutionsConstitution and Basic Structure
How will the BBIN grouping promote regional integration in South Asia? Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Regional GroupingsTrade and Economic Diplomacy
Despite its vital role for the smooth functioning of the body politic, constitutional punctuality remains conspicuous by its absence. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
Constitution and Basic StructureJudiciary
'Without performance targets, the civil service degenerates into a closed priesthood with no accountability.' Discuss the statement with reference to the Mission Karmayogi.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Civil ServicesTransparency and Accountability
'Funding remains a major limitation for the effective functioning of multilateral organisations.' Discuss the statement with reference to the functioning of UNESCO.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Global Institutions
Examine the impact of recent changes to the election commissioners' appointment process on autonomy and independence of the election commission.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Constitutional BodiesElections and Representation
Well-executed government initiatives often fail if operations and maintenance are not integral to the programme design. In the context of the Swachh Bharat Mission in India, discuss how collective action and community ownership can ensure its long-term sustainability.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Policy Design and ImplementationWelfare Schemes
The new cold war between the USA and China may have the effect of casting a long shadow on India's strategic interests from Pacific to Atlantic. Evaluate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
Bilateral RelationsMajor Powers
Examine the role of the Inter-state Council in promoting vertical (Centre-State) and horizontal (Inter-State) Intergovernmental cooperation and coordination.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Centre-State RelationsFederalism
Discuss the role of the Supreme Court of India in strengthening the hands of the Election Commission in the discharge of its constitutional responsibility of conducting free and fair elections in the country.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Constitutional BodiesElections and Representation
The power of pressure groups lies not in their size or elaborate organization, but in their ability to mobilize public opinion and create lasting change. With help of relevant examples, discuss how informal pressure groups shape public policy.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
Pressure Groups and AssociationsPolicy Design and Implementation
Absence of a robust social infrastructure in the country may become one of the most significant challenges in achieving a developed status by 2047. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Social Sector ServicesHealth
As an important attribute of soft power, "Knowledge diplomacy" has the potential to further various objectives of foreign policy. Explain.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
Trade and Economic DiplomacyBilateral Relations
Critically analyse the role of National Commission for Women (NCW) in wake of its mandate to safeguard women's rights and uphold their socio-economic wellbeing.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Statutory and Regulatory BodiesVulnerable Sections
E-governance is not just about efficiency; it's about making governance accessible and inclusive for every citizen. Explain.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
E-GovernanceTransparency and Accountability
The collective strength of BRICS nations allows for meaningful cooperation on myriad issues, however, the platform's ability to influence the trajectory of bilateral relationships remains limited. Do you agree?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Regional GroupingsBilateral Relations
In light of the recent demands to amend the Indus Waters Treaty, discuss the possible implications it could have on the water-sharing mechanism between India and Pakistan.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
NeighbourhoodBilateral Relations