AIR 379 · CSE 2024 · GS2 · 50 pages

Ravish Mittal: GS2 answer copy

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

The questions

  1. Q1"Repromulgation of Ordinance is a fraud on the constitution and a subversion of democratic legislative process". Substantiate.10 marks
  2. Q2मूल संरचना का सिद्धांत आवश्यक और वांछनीय दोनों है। कथन का आलोचनात्मक परीक्षण कीजिये।10 marks
  3. Q3Discuss the significance of India's diaspora and its role in enhancing India's economic and strategic interests.10 marks
  4. Q4“National Green Tribunal (NGT) is a unique forum endowed with suo motu powers to take up environmental issues across the country.” In this context analyse the importance of NGT for environmental governance of the nation.10 marks
  5. Q5The great contribution of Judicial activism in India has been to provide a safety valve and a hope that justice is not beyond reach. Critically analyze the statement.10 marks
  6. Q6To what extent do you agree with the concept of state financing of elections?10 marks
  7. Q7Social Audit is an important mechanism to enforce accountability and provide transparency in the administration. Highlight various legislative supports available for social audit in India.10 marks
  8. Q8The proposed multi-state cooperative societies (Amendment) Bill 2022 seeks to revamp the operation of cooperative societies in India. Discuss the key provisions of the Bill, emphasizing the importance of this amendment.10 marks
  9. Q9Critically evaluate the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act 1992, that seeks to establish democracy at the grassroots.10 marks
  10. Q10Delay in Population census has the potential to affect the efficacy and efficiency of developmental initiatives. Discuss.10 marks
  11. Q11In light of the changing geopolitical landscape, what are the emerging areas of cooperation and potential challenges in the India-Japan strategic relationship?15 marks
  12. Q12Assess the significance of the United Nations in the contemporary world and discuss the need for its reform and revitalization.15 marks
  13. Q13Discuss factors and geopolitical interest which shapes India's engagement with central Asia. Also Mention steps which India need to take to enhance its reach in the region.15 marks
  14. Q14The founders of the Constitution had "hoped and expected" a Uniform Civil Code for India but there has been no attempt at framing one. In this regard discuss the need for a Uniform Civil Code in India and examine the challenges in its implementation. What steps can be taken by the government to overcome these challenges?15 marks
  15. Q1515 "The Indian Parliament is not a sovereign legislature; it has vast but not unlimited powers." Comment on the statement.15 marks
  16. Q16"In the era of globalization, the concept of Para diplomacy has become increasingly important in shaping foreign policy, highlighting the growing significance of subnational actors in international relations". Elaborate in the context of India.15 marks
  17. Q17Discuss the objective, goals and significance of India's National Geospatial policy.15 marks
  18. Q18'Dignity is the essence of human life' and it is the objective of NHRC. Evaluate the (250 words) 15 performance of NHRC in preserving human rights.15 marks
  19. Q19Self Help Groups (SHGs) are the panacea for the socio-economic development of the country. Discuss the steps taken by the government to promote these groups.15 marks
  20. Q20Assess the strategic significance of Taiwan for the world, and how its position as a major economic power and a potential flashpoint in the Asia-Pacific region affects the geopolitical balance of power in the 21st century.15 marks

The answers

Question 1 · 10 marks · 191 words written

"Repromulgation of Ordinance is a fraud on the constitution and a subversion of democratic legislative process". Substantiate.

Opening · a constitutional or legal provision

Act 123 and Act 213 of the Indian Constitution provide ordinance making powers to the president of India and the governor of states respectively.

Body · points and prose

Ordinance Repromulgation - Fraud on Constitution and democratic subversion

  1. It is violation of separation of power as bypasses legislation.
  2. It leads to subordination of parliamentary democracy.
  3. Blot on the participatory and representative aspects of legislature.
  4. Leads to supremacy of executive over other organs.
  5. SC judgements related to ordinance (a) RC Cooper case - Ordinance is subjected to judicial review (b) DC Wadhwa case - repromulgation of ordinance without scrutiny of legislation is illegal (c) Krishna Kumar case - Ordinance should be used in rarest of rare cases.

Necessity of Ordinance making power

① The present order is very dynamic. ② Executive, therefore needs a way of quick response to problems. Eg COVID-19 pandemic disrupted parliamentary proceedings. ③ Regular chaos in parliament, leading to poor efficiency. ④ Parliament is not active throughout the year. To deal with sudden situations.

Diagram
* Way forward * What cant be done by legislature in normal period shouldn't be enforced by ordinance * Get it passed in legislature when it re-assembles * Use only in time of crisis

Close · a way forward

Ordinance making power is a necessary component of constitution, which should be used to deal with crisis and not to bypass the democratic process.