AIR 37 · CSE 2022 · GS2 · 52 pages

Chaitanya Awasthi: GS2 answer copy

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

The questions

  1. Q1Do you think that the Preamble is just a preface to the Indian Constitution and serves no other significant purpose?10 marks
  2. Q2The Right to be Forgotten is an integral part of individual autonomy and forms a basic pillar of the right to privacy. Comment.10 marks
  3. Q3Analyze the significance of the office of the speaker in improving the legislative quality of the Parliament.10 marks
  4. Q4Ordinance making by the executive is violative of the Principle of Separation of Power. Do you agree that the constitutional and Judicial safeguards have been successful in preventing the misuse of such powers?10 marks
  5. Q5Provide a brief comparison of Constitutional scheme of South Africa with that of India.10 marks
  6. Q6Defiance 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
  7. Q7What do you understand by the principle of subsidiarity? Explain how the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act strives to achieve this principle.10 marks
  8. Q8India's engagement with the Taliban may or may not achieve much, but non-engagement will definitely hurt India's interests. Examine the statement in light of steps taken by the government of India.10 marks
  9. Q9"Indian Diaspora is the true and permanent ambassadors of the country". In this context, bring out the significance of the Indian diaspora with suitable examples.10 marks
  10. Q10Comment upon the evolving nature of India-UAE relations with suitable examples.10 marks
  11. Q11Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms have the potential to change the judicial landscape, however, their outcomes are very limited in scope. Do you agree? Substantiate your views.15 marks
  12. Q12There seems to be no end to the debate surrounding the nature and extent of parliamentary privileges. In this regard, assess the need for codification of Parliamentary Privileges. Also, highlight the judicial pronouncement in the direction of bringing clarity to parliamentary privileges.15 marks
  13. Q13Highlight 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
  14. Q14The recent Russia-Ukraine war has deepened the Sino-Russian engagement. Analyze its geopolitical implications for India?15 marks
  15. Q15BIMSTEC lies at the crossroads between SAARC and ASEAN, drawing its energy from the natural convergence of the countries around the Bay of Bengal. Discuss.15 marks
  16. Q16The Rajya Sabha is not only a House for second thoughts but is also a guardian of a state's interests. In this context, critically examine if Rajya Sabha has lived up to its expectations.15 marks
  17. Q17The vital role envisaged for the office of Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) necessitates its independence. Comment.15 marks
  18. Q18How do the provisions of the recently passed Election Laws Amendment Act, 2021 helpful in addressing the issue of duplicate voting? Also, highlight the concerns associated with the Act.15 marks
  19. Q19"Our Constitution would be both unitary as well as federal according to the requirements of time and circumstances." Discuss. Highlight the challenges faced by Indian federalism in the present times and circumstances.15 marks
  20. Q20Though 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

The answers

Question 1 · 10 marks · 165 words written

Do you think that the Preamble is just a preface to the Indian Constitution and serves no other significant purpose?

Opening · a restatement

Preamble is like a preface to our Constitution which serves as an introduction to it. While some argue of its quintessence, another section of scholars believe it serves no more a purpose than a decorative prelude. The reasons behind their belief are:

Body · points

  1. No power conferred by Preamble
  2. Not justiciable in the court of law
  3. No rights / duties conferred. As the US Supreme Court, this school also prescribes mere ornamentational value to it. However, even the Supreme Court of India has declared preamble to be an integral part of our Constitution with immense value.

The Preamble serves the following functions:

  1. Key to unravel the mind of constitution makers to guide in times of ambiguity.
  2. Reveals the objectives, aspirations and principles of the Constitution
  3. Tells us about the source of authority i.e, the People
  4. Reveals the date of adoption along with the nature of Indian state.

Close

As N. Palkhivala rightfully said, "Preamble is the ID card of our Constitution."