AIR 13 · CSE 2025 · GS2 · 56 pages

Ananya: GS2 answer copy

20 answers by Ananya, as written in the test. Each question opens a page with how other toppers answered it.

The questions

  1. Q1Do you agree with the view that time has come to revisit the Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution? Discuss with suitable arguments.10 marks
  2. Q2Highlighting the advantages of online dispute resolution (ODR) mechanism for justice delivery, discuss the challenges associated with its effective implementation in India.10 marks
  3. Q3Despite the constitutional division of powers, Centre-state disputes have been a perennial feature of Indian democracy. Discuss with examples.10 marks
  4. Q4Do you agree with the view that adopting a framework for lobbying will strengthen participative governance and ease of doing business in India?10 marks
  5. Q5Despite 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
  6. Q6As a social safety-valve, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) can be the principal vehicles through which communities voice their concerns. Discuss.10 marks
  7. Q7Despite being lauded for its patient centric approach, the implementation of the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017, remains sluggish and mired with various issues. Discuss.10 marks
  8. Q8Do you agree with the view that time has come to formulate an Urban Employment Guarantee scheme at the national level?10 marks
  9. Q9Discuss the relevance of BIMSTEC as a regional organisation to fulfil India's strategic aspirations in the Indian Ocean Region.10 marks
  10. Q10Discuss the relevance of the Gujral Doctrine for India with regard to its relations with its immediate neighbours in the present times.10 marks
  11. Q11Highlight the pivotal role of the "Officers of Parliament" in the Indian Parliamentary system. Also, discuss the constitutional and statutory provisions for their impartial functioning.15 marks
  12. Q12The Finance Commission plays a crucial role in balancing fiscal federalism in India. In this context, examine the recommendations given by the 15th Finance Commission.15 marks
  13. Q13Critically assess whether according statutory backing to the Model Code of Conduct will contribute towards free and fair elections in India.15 marks
  14. Q14The market disruption caused by digital revolution warrants renewed focus and perspective to ensure fair competition in the digital economy. In this light, discuss the need to revamp the Competition Commission of India (CCI).15 marks
  15. Q15There 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
  16. Q16State the reasons behind the poor performance of cooperatives in India. Also, discuss the reforms undertaken by the government to overcome the shortcomings.15 marks
  17. Q17Public-Private Partnership model, if harnessed properly, has the potential to bridge the gaps in India's healthcare system. Discuss.15 marks
  18. Q18Although the New Education Policy brings with itself a commendable vision, its success will depend on its ability to effectively integrate with the government's other policy initiatives. Discuss.15 marks
  19. Q19The Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) is born from a collective desire to make the Indo-Pacific region an engine of global economic growth. Comment. Also, discuss India's concerns in this context.15 marks
  20. Q20India needs to identify the priority areas to further its techno-diplomacy amidst the complexities of expanding digital space and New and Emerging Strategic Technologies. Discuss.15 marks

The answers

Question 1 · 10 marks · 154 words written

Do you agree with the view that time has come to revisit the Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution? Discuss with suitable arguments.

Opening · a constitutional or legal provision

Article 246 of our constitution provides for distribution of subjects between the Union List, State List and Concurrent List. The Seventh schedule provides for it (the distribution of subjects).

Body · points and prose

Revisiting seventh schedule : Time Ripe

(1) For better rationalisation of subjects ↓ removing redundant subjects

(2) Increasing centralisation of 7th schedule demands for revisit (Eg) No. of subjects in state list decreased, concurrent increased

(3) Demand from states → for greater autonomy over subjects (Eg) Education earlier in state list now in concurrent list states oppose such (42nd AA) acts

(4) Including of emergent subject in the list (Eg) Cybercrime

(5) Increase democratic control of residuary subjects (Article 248) ↓ Sarkaria, Santhanam Committee Recommendation: Residuary subjects should be transferred in concurrent list

(6) Increase cooperative federalism

Diagram
- Issues - Reluctance by Centre - some union concurrent subjects can't be shifted to state → need for both centre-state involvement - (Eg) Forest

Way forward (1) Accepting recommendation of the Sarkaria Commission and Punchi Commission

(2) Greater deliberation through Inter-State Council with proper cooperation, the 7th Schedule can be gradually optimised

Close · a way forward

None written.