GS2 · Practice questions
Transparency and Accountability
9 questions match. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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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
The profound impact of the data revolution and widespread smartphone usage has necessitated the use of digital tools in welfare programmes. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
E-GovernanceWelfare Schemes
Social audit has a crucial role in effective implementation of social sector programmes. Comment. Also discuss its strengths and limitations.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2019–2020
Transparency and AccountabilityPolicy Design and Implementation
Several issues related to adopting new technologies, transforming processes and improving implementation of NeGP need to be addressed. Discuss. Also, enumerate the sets of principles guiding the design and implementation of the e-Kranti Program (NeGP 2.0).
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2019–2020
E-GovernancePolicy Design and Implementation
Citizens' Charters make administration both accountable and citizen-friendly. However, over time, in a large number of offices, Citizens' Charters have fallen into disuse. Suggest measures that can make these charters effective tools for bringing accountability in public service.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2019–2020
Citizen Charters and Grievance RedressTransparency and Accountability
The bureaucracy in India is facing a number of serious challenges from diminishing human capital to political interference that, if left unaddressed, will lead to further institutional decline. Discuss. How can these challenges be addressed?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2019–2020
Civil ServicesCorruption and Probity
Discuss the importance of involving civil society in pre-legislative scrutiny and mention the steps that can be taken by the government to increase public engagement in it.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2019–2020
Transparency and AccountabilityParliament
In context of the need to strengthen corporate governance, the Kotak panel report has called for a major overhaul in norms for listed companies. Critically discuss the impediments to corporate governance in India and evaluate how the recommendations can help in overcoming them.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2019–2020
Statutory and Regulatory BodiesTransparency and Accountability
Highlight the need for whistleblower protection in India. Critically analyze whether the Whistleblower Protection Act provides sufficient protection to the whistleblowers.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2019–2020
Transparency and AccountabilityCorruption and Probity