AIR 18 · CSE 2022 · GS2 · 55 pages

Siddharth Shukla: GS2 answer copy

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

The questions

  1. Q1It has been argued that some parts of Article 22 are not Fundamental Rights but 'Fundamental Dangers' to the citizens of India. Discuss in light of the debate on issues around the preventive detention laws in India.10 marks
  2. Q2The administration of justice is not limited to conviction of the guilty and acquittal of the innocent but also ensuring fair and speedy trial. In view of this, discuss the reasons behind increase in the number of undertrials in India and measures taken to ameliorate the issues faced by them.10 marks
  3. Q3Highlighting the significance of cooperatives in India, discuss how the recently created Ministry of Cooperation will give an impetus to them.10 marks
  4. Q4The NGT Act gives much leeway to the tribunal to go beyond a mere adjudicatory role and act as a sui generis institution with the capacity to provide redressal for environmental exigencies. Discuss.10 marks
  5. Q5In the context of demographic changes highlighted by the NFHS-5, do you think population control legislations will be a step in the right direction?10 marks
  6. Q6The utility of PMAY-G hinges on its design, which is a marked improvement over the previous rural housing schemes. Discuss.10 marks
  7. Q7The nutritional status of India has been a matter of long standing public threat. Discuss. Also, suggest measures to overcome the problem of nutritional crisis in India.10 marks
  8. Q8To realise the potential of its growing population, India's march towards development will undoubtedly be incomplete without skills and education. In this context, discuss the significance of the recently launched RISE and EQUIP schemes.10 marks
  9. Q9Discuss the centrality of ASEAN bloc in India's Act East policy and SAGAR initiative.10 marks
  10. Q10Discuss China's Polar Silk Road initiative in view of the growing interest in the Arctic region and state its implications for India.10 marks
  11. Q11The doctrine of Separation of Powers is followed in US with a spirit, never followed in UK purely, and India has followed it with large exceptions. Comment.15 marks
  12. Q12A robust and fair electoral system in India is hinged upon few key reforms in the Representation of People's Act. Discuss in the context of contemporary issues.15 marks
  13. Q13भले ही दबाव समूह शासन (गवर्नेंस) में महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाते हैं, फिर भी ऐसे समूहों के प्रतिनिधित्व और उनके वित्त-पोषण के साथ-साथ सरकार के साथ उनके संबंधों में पारदर्शिता से संबंधित अनेक मुद्दे विद्यमान हैं। विवेचना कीजिए। (उत्तर 250 शब्दों में दें)15 marks
  14. Q14Despite reforms by the Central and state governments to overhaul the Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), several challenges remain with regard to their efficient functioning. Elucidate.15 marks
  15. Q15Welfare initiatives embody civil rights, whereas freebies cultivate a patron-client syndrome. Examine in the context of governance in India.15 marks
  16. Q16Even though non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are an integral part of a nation's developmental ethos, the State has legitimate interest, legal authority and constitutional duty to curb the activities of those NGOs, which attempt to hamper national development at the behest of the forces inimical to India. Discuss.15 marks
  17. Q17While there is an urgency to focus on all the three levels of healthcare, it is imperative that the government looks towards improving primary healthcare as a public good. Comment.15 marks
  18. Q18Despite initiatives to curb child marriage, it continues to persist in India. Explaining the reasons behind this, analyse its impact. What further measures can be taken by the government to eliminate the practice of child marriage in India?15 marks
  19. Q19Despite their significance, India has not been able to strengthen its ties with the Central Asian countries. Bringing out the reasons for the same, discuss how India can deepen its relationship with countries in this region.15 marks
  20. Q20Discuss the concerns that have arisen in India-Sri Lanka relations in recent times. How can India ensure a favourable relationship with Sri Lanka given its importance in the Indian Ocean region?15 marks

The answers

Question 1 · 10 marks · 133 words written

It has been argued that some parts of Article 22 are not Fundamental Rights but 'Fundamental Dangers' to the citizens of India. Discuss in light of the debate on issues around the preventive detention laws in India.

Opening · a definition

Article 22 is a part of Right to freedom, it protects an individual from illegal detention and provides certain rights

Part of Article 22 considered fundamental Danger

Body · points and prose

(1) Parliament and state legislature could make laws for preventive detention → no trial for [3 months]

(2) [Preventive detention] → limited access to lawyer

(3) further on the basis of a [Board] headed by high court judge detention can be extended to more than [3 months]

(4) Laws such as [U.A.P.A] [N.S.A]

J&K and Jammu and kashmir

prevention law are made under Article 22

Diagram
- Limits good provision of A.22 - lawyer of choice - 24 hour limit to produce before magistrate - Adherence to Cr.p.c

→ prone to misuse

Diagram
- Issues with preventive Detention law - NCRB → Only 2.1% conviction under U.A.P.A - Negatively received by Human Rights Agency such as UNHRC etc

Need for such laws → National security threat

  • secession
  • terrorism → Delay in ordinary criminal justice system

Close · a summary

As the Supreme court has highlighted A.22 is a necessary evil for protecting unity and integrity of India.