AIR 446 · CSE 2024 · GS2 · 56 pages

Madhavi: GS2 answer copy

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

The questions

  1. Q1Highlighting the issues in India's electoral system, discuss the reforms needed in the Representation of People's Act to overcome them.10 marks
  2. Q2Discuss the process and rationale behind the creation of new districts in a state. Does the creation of more districts lead to decentralized development and better governance? Argue.10 marks
  3. Q3Compare the application of the doctrine of Separation of Powers as followed in the US, in the UK, and in India.10 marks
  4. Q4What do you understand by the principle of 'Reasonable Accommodation'? How does it promote equality, positive rights and prevent discrimination? Cite some examples to validate your answer.10 marks
  5. Q5Discuss the issues plaguing and reforms needed for the 'modernization of police forces' in India.10 marks
  6. Q6‘Freebies in welfare schemes work in the short term and aren’t really free, they also create a patron-client syndrome’. Analyze the statement in context of governance in India.10 marks
  7. Q7For a successful Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Informal workers (Rag-pickers) in India's waste management must be recognized, supported, and formalized. Elaborate on the measures needed in this direction10 marks
  8. Q8Mutually strengthening economic visions and attuned geopolitical outlooks have laid the foundation for a more robust and promising alliance between India and the UAE. Elaborate10 marks
  9. Q9The United Nations exists not as a static memorial to the aspirations of an earlier age but as a work in progress. In light of the emerging challenges of today's world, examine the potential of the United Nations in overcoming them.10 marks
  10. Q10India has over the years emerged as the 'Preferred Security Partner' and a 'net security provider' in the Indian Ocean Region. Substantiate the statement with examples.10 marks
  11. Q11Critically analyze the rationale behind the proposed amendments to the Indian Administrative Service (Cadre) Rules, 1954, and its impact on India's federal structure.15 marks
  12. Q12Our society is a progressive society but Indian criminal laws doesn't reflect the modern reality as per the democratic aspirations of people. In light of the statement, explain the need and the major changes required in the criminal laws.15 marks
  13. Q13In view of allegations of politicization of probe agencies, discuss the need for an independent umbrella body to regulate various central investigating agencies in India. What other reform measures have been suggested in this regard.15 marks
  14. Q14Urban planning is the foundation for an integrated development of cities, citizens, and the environment. In this context, highlight the present issue in urban planning and suggest measures for the augmentation of Urban planning capacity in India.15 marks
  15. Q15Civil Society Organizations bridge the 'governance gap' between citizens and the government, however sometimes their activities restrict the promotion of government programmes as well. In this regard, do you think stricter limitations on CSOs are justified? Argue15 marks
  16. Q16"Any policy for data accessibility and its use is incomplete without a comprehensive data protection framework". Evaluate the statement in light of the recently released Draft India Data Accessibility and Use Policy 2022.15 marks
  17. Q17Throw light on the achievements of Poshan Abhiyan in ensuring nutritional security in India. Also, highlight the salient aspects of recently restructured Saksham Anganwadi and POSHAN 2.0, in order to fight nutritional crisis in India.15 marks
  18. Q18Despite government efforts and increasing awareness, child marriage remains a pertinent phenomenon. Discuss15 marks
  19. Q19India and European Union had a limited yet promising bilateral ties in the last six decades. However, current geopolitical challenges now offer an opportunity to work together and actualize the true potential of their relations. Analyze.15 marks
  20. Q20‘India is taking a geopolitical balancing act in maintaining its longstanding friendship with Russia, even as it grows closer to the United States and its partners.’ How far has India been able to maintain its autonomy and look out for its own strategic interests? Examine.15 marks

The answers

Question 1 · 10 marks · 152 words written

Highlighting the issues in India's electoral system, discuss the reforms needed in the Representation of People's Act to overcome them.

Opening · a constitutional or legal provision

Article 324 grants the powers and responsibilities to the Election Commission of India to conduct the elections to the President, Vice President and to the seats of Loksabha and State assemblies.

Body · points

Issues in India's electoral system:

  1. Existent corruption in the elections.
  2. Model code of conduct is only advisory
  3. Duplication of voter cards.
  4. politicisation of elections based on religions, castes, regions, language etc.
  5. Criminalisation of politics.

Reporms needed in the Representation of people's acts:

  1. Need for stricter powers to the Election Commission to consider the criminal acts and avoid such people into the elections.

  2. Code of conduct should be made binding

  3. Awareness among electors about their rights and vote in neutral and responsible manner.

  4. Connecting voter cards to the Aadhaar will reduce the duplication of voters.

Close · a summary

Only responsible citizens and stricter conduction of elections strengthens the elections, the true be the stronger democratic system.