GS2 · Practice questions
Directive Principles and Duties
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The 103rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 2019 has introduced a new dimension to the principle of affirmative action in India. Critically examine its implications for the broader goal of social justice.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Constitution and Basic StructureSC, ST and OBC
The evolving relationship between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles of State Policy has been a dynamic feature of India's constitutional journey, often necessitating judicial interventions and constitutional amendments. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 7 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Constitution and Basic StructureFundamental Rights
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
The evolution of property rights in India reflects an intricate relationship that exists between individual rights and public welfare. Discuss this statement with the help of relevant constitutional provisions and case laws.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
Constitution and Basic StructureFundamental Rights
"Universal basic services and targeted welfare are fiscally sound, but competitive populism may hinder productive investment." In this context, highlight the constitutional and legal perspectives on welfare provisioning and discuss the impacts of the rising freebie culture.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Directive Principles and DutiesPolicy Design and Implementation
Discuss the role played by District Legal Services Authorities (DLSAs) in providing free legal aid and disseminating legal awareness in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Statutory and Regulatory BodiesJudiciary
"Citizenship is the legal foundation of constitutional rights and responsibilities." Discuss how India's approach to citizenship reflects its commitment to constitutional values.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Constitution and Basic StructureFundamental Rights
What is constitutional morality? How far does the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) align with the vision of constitutional morality as encompassed in the Indian Constitution?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Constitution and Basic StructureDirective Principles and Duties
"Universal Basic Income (UBI) is a viable solution to eradicate extreme poverty in India." Critically discuss the statement.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Poverty and HungerWelfare Schemes
Despite being part of the Directive Principles, the Uniform Civil Code remains unrealised at the national level. Examine the factors behind the delay and suggest potential measure for its national implementation.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Directive Principles and DutiesConstitution and Basic Structure
What do you understand by rule of law? Explain how this idea is reflected in the Constitution of India.
10 marks · 200 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Constitution and Basic StructureFundamental Rights
"The moral value of fundamental duties would not be to smother rights but to establish a democratic balance by making the people conscious of their duties equally as they are conscious of their rights". Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Directive Principles and DutiesFundamental Rights
Do you agree that the directive principles function as 'Conscience of Constitution' apart from the fundamental rights? Substantiate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Directive Principles and DutiesFundamental Rights
The question of gender equality is centre to debate on reconciling UCC with gender equality as enshrined in const. In this light what are the challenges?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Directive Principles and DutiesWomen and Gender
Exigency of liberty of the individual should always follow the interests of the State. Discuss the statement with reference to Indian Constitutional provisions.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Fundamental RightsConstitution and Basic Structure