Sociology II · Topic
Regionalism and Decentralisation
Regionalism and the decentralisation of power, including panchayati raj.
41 UPSC Mains Sociology II questions on Regionalism and Decentralisation that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2016–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
Give a sociological narrative of Dravidian Movement in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Dalit and Backward Class MovementsEthnicity and Identity Movements
Citing some case studies from Indian society, expand the concept of 'Decentralisation of power.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Regionalism and DecentralisationNation, Democracy and Citizenship
Trace the evolution of coalition politics in modern India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2025
Parties, Pressure Groups and ElitesNation, Democracy and Citizenship
"Decentralization in India has led to democratization but not necessarily development." Critically analyze.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Regionalism and DecentralisationNation, Democracy and Citizenship
Regionalism is often seen as a serious threat to the development, progress and unity of the nation but it does make a contribution to the nation. Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Regionalism and DecentralisationEthnicity and Identity Movements
In your opinion, has the allocation of seats for women in local governance contributed to the enhancement of Indian democracy?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Regionalism and DecentralisationNation, Democracy and Citizenship
Write a short note with a sociological perspective on nativist movements in India after independence.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Ethnicity and Identity MovementsRegionalism and Decentralisation
Briefly discuss the concept of Ethno-nationalism along with suitable examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2020–2022
Ethnicity and Identity MovementsRegionalism and Decentralisation
"The resurgence of regionalism in various parts of the country has emerged as a threat to unity and integrity of the nation." In the light of this statement, critically analyze the reasons for its emergence and how such divisive tendencies needs to be addressed.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2016
Regionalism and DecentralisationNation, Democracy and Citizenship
"The introduction of reservation policy is not sufficient to empower women and strengthen their role as key stakeholders in local governance." Examine the statement in the context of Panchayati Raj in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Regionalism and DecentralisationPatriarchy and Entitlements
There are tendencies in some parts of the country to discriminate against the immigrants. Briefly analyze the factors which give rise to the politics of "nativism".
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2016–2017
Regionalism and DecentralisationEthnicity and Identity Movements
Write a short note on "Decentralization of power and political participation".
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2016–2017
Regionalism and DecentralisationNation, Democracy and Citizenship
Analyze the relationship between ethnicity and identity-based movements in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Ethnicity and Identity MovementsRegionalism and Decentralisation
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. 12.5 x 4 = 50m (a) Briefly discuss the concept of Ethno-nationalism along with suitable examples.
12.5 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2016
Ethnicity and Identity MovementsRegionalism and Decentralisation
How has democratic decentralization worked with respect to Indian tribes? What are the differences in the pre and post-independence tribal policies of India?
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Tribal CommunitiesRegionalism and Decentralisation
How are the ideas of citizenship and nationalism connected? Discuss the issues posed by the refugee crises in Eastern India.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Nation, Democracy and CitizenshipEthnicity and Identity Movements
"For a multicultural, diverse and complex country like India, regional affiliations are but natural phenomena". Comment
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018–2019
Regionalism and DecentralisationNation, Democracy and Citizenship
"Panchayati raj institutions are simultaneously a remarkable success and a staggering failure." In the context of this statement, evaluate the social consequences of democratic decentralization in India.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Regionalism and DecentralisationCaste System
Reservation for locals in private sector has brought the idea of regionalism into limelight. In the context of this statement, examine whether regionalism is a threat to national integration.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Regionalism and DecentralisationNation, Democracy and Citizenship
The concept of 'unity in diversity' has been both celebrated and contested in Indian society. Evaluate its contemporary relevance with suitable examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Nation, Democracy and CitizenshipRegionalism and Decentralisation
Regionalism in India has been an issue of concern at times. Discuss the regionalism concept from Sociological perspectives.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Regionalism and DecentralisationNation, Democracy and Citizenship
"Regionalism has remained perhaps the most potent force in Indian politics ever since independence". In the context of this statement, examine whether regionalism is a threat to national integration.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Regionalism and DecentralisationNation, Democracy and Citizenship
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. 10 x 5 = 50 (a) "For a multicultural, diverse and complex country like India, regional affiliations are but natural phenomena". Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Regionalism and DecentralisationNation, Democracy and Citizenship
Secularism as goal of Indian Democracy (c) Problems of aged in changing Indian scenario (d) Social movements in post independent India (e) Development and environment sustainability [Note: The provided answer also addresses topics on Nativism, the Pabna Agrarian Revolution, and Decentralisation, which were not explicitly in the prompt's list of parts (a)-(e) but were present in the image.]
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2016
Regionalism and DecentralisationEthnicity and Identity Movements
Analyse the regionalisation of Indian politics and its implication on decentralization of power.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Regionalism and DecentralisationParties, Pressure Groups and Elites
To what extent decentralization of power has been effective and equitable in case of India?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Regionalism and DecentralisationNation, Democracy and Citizenship
The lessons drawn from the erstwhile Community Development Programme were crucial. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Rural DevelopmentRegionalism and Decentralisation
Panchayati Raj is the third tier of government which was introduced with 73rd constitutional amendment Act. It provided 33% reservation for women cutting across caste lines.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Regionalism and DecentralisationPatriarchy and Entitlements
Briefly discuss the concept of Ethno nationalism with suitable examples.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Ethnicity and Identity MovementsRegionalism and Decentralisation
To what extent decentralisation of power has been effective and equitable in case of India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Regionalism and DecentralisationNation, Democracy and Citizenship