GS2 · Practice questions
Transparency and Accountability
34 questions match. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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To what extent does the level of internal democracy within political parties impact the functioning and legitimacy of the Indian party system? What reforms can address the challenges of inadequate intraparty democracy in India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 9 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Elections and RepresentationPressure Groups and Associations
How do partnerships between Civil Society Organizations and Government Entities contribute to India's development goals?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 9 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPolicy Design and Implementation
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
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
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
As a social safety-valve, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) can be the principal vehicles through which communities voice their concerns. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyTransparency and Accountability
Though emerging technologies have aided the public welfare in India, they pose challenges to regulatory bodies as well. Substantiate. Also, suggest way forward to address these challenges.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022
E-GovernanceStatutory and Regulatory Bodies
Despite the government encouraging open source instead of proprietary technology for government applications, the true potential of Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) and digital platforms remains unrealized. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
E-GovernanceTransparency and Accountability
Do you agree with the view that adopting a framework for lobbying will strengthen participative governance and ease of doing business in India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Pressure Groups and AssociationsTransparency and Accountability
Has the use of technology aided in ensuring free and fair elections in India? Elaborate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022
Elections and RepresentationE-Governance
There is an urgent need for effective whistle-blowing mechanisms and ensuring that necessary safeguards for the protection of whistle-blowers are established in both public and private spheres in India. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Transparency and AccountabilityCorruption and Probity
The presence of Vigilant Opposition is necessary not just for a vibrant democracy but for its very survival. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022
ParliamentTransparency 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
The evolution of e-governance from mere information to transformation is critically based on the pillar of technology. In this context, analyze how the usage of technology in governance has facilitated effective public service delivery?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022
E-GovernanceTransparency and Accountability
Though lifeblood of a representative democracy, political parties are beset with challenges of their own, limiting their larger role in democratization of the society.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Elections and RepresentationPressure Groups and Associations
“Transparency and openness are the main pillars of good governance”. In this context, examine the functioning of Central Information Commission. Also, suggest remedial measures to augment their functioning.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2022
Transparency and AccountabilityStatutory and Regulatory Bodies
Have the NGOs acted as 'drivers of change' in the Indian democracy? Illustrate with examples, the barriers that impact the efficient functioning of NGOs in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2022
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyTransparency and Accountability
Highlight the need for the creation of an independent umbrella authority for central investigation agencies. Do you think it will solve the concerns associated with the status of 'Caged Parrot' of CBI?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Statutory and Regulatory BodiesJudiciary
The vital role envisaged for the office of Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) necessitates its independence. Comment.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Constitutional BodiesTransparency and Accountability
Though Public Interest Litigation (PIL) were instruments for the common man to reach higher judiciary, with vested interests, it has turned into "Personal Interest Litigation". In this context, provide a critical account on the performance of PIL in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
JudiciaryTransparency and Accountability
Timely ventilation and redress of grievances ensure public trust in the government. In light of this statement, present an account of the various steps taken by the government of India for effective public grievance redressal.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Transparency and AccountabilityCitizen Charters and Grievance Redress
Defiance in the current regulatory system stem from deeper rooted problems in the regulatory structure. In this context, highlight the need of a principles based regulatory system in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Statutory and Regulatory BodiesPolicy Design and Implementation
The Citizen charter plays a prominent role in ensuring citizen centric governance but its implementation in recent times is riddled with complications. In this context, discuss the key problems in implementation of citizen charter in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Citizen Charters and Grievance RedressTransparency and Accountability
The role of the State does not diminish when non-State actors get involved in service delivery, it just becomes different. Elaborate the statement in the context of partnership of State and non-State actors in the governance in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPolicy Design and Implementation