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- 2022 · GS2 · 15 marksThe Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 remains inadequate in promoting incentive-based systems for children’s education without generating awareness about the importance of schooling. Analyse.
- 2022 · GS2 · 10 marks“Right of movement and residence throughout the territory of India are freely available to the Indian citizens, but these rights are not absolute.” Comment.
- 2022 · GS2 · 10 marksThe Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 remains only a legal document without intense sensitisation of government functionaries and citizens regarding disability. Comment.
- 2022 · GS2 · 15 marksDiscuss the role of the Election Commission of India in the light of the evolution of the Model Code of Conduct.
- 2022 · GS2 · 10 marksDiscuss the role of the National Commission for Backward Classes in the wake of its transformation from a statutory body to a constitutional body.
- 2022 · GS2 · 10 marksDiscuss the role of the Vice –Presidents of India as the chairman of the Rajyasabha
- 2022 · GS2 · 10 marksDo you think that BIMSTEC is a parallel organisation like the SAARC? What are the similarities and dissimilarities between the two? How are Indian foreign policy objectives realized by forming this new organisation?
- 2022 · GS2 · 15 marks“While the national political parties in India favour centralisation, the regional parties are in favour of State autonomy.” Comment.
2021
- 2021 · GS2 · 15 marksCritically examine the aims and objectives of SCO. What importance does it hold for India?
- 2021 · GS2 · 10 marks“Besides being a moral imperative of the Welfare State, primary health structure is a necessary precondition for sustainable development.” Analyse.
- 2021 · GS2 · 15 marksCan Civil Society and Non-Governmental Organisations present an alternative model of public service delivery to benefit the common citizen. Discuss the challenges of this alternative model.
- 2021 · GS2 · 10 marks‘Constitutional Morality’ is rooted in the Constitution itself and is founded on its essential facets. Explain the doctrine of ‘Constitutional Morality’ with the help of relevant judicial decisions.
- 2021 · GS2 · 15 marksExplain the constitutional provisions under which Legislative Councils are established. Review the working and current status of Legislative Councils with suitable illustrations
- 2021 · GS2 · 15 marksDo Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committees keep the administration on its toes and inspire reverence for parliamentary control? Evaluate the working of such committees with suitable examples.
- 2021 · GS2 · 10 marksDiscuss the desirability of greater representation to women in the higher judiciary to ensure diversity, equity and inclusiveness.
- 2021 · GS2 · 15 marksHas digital illiteracy, particularly in rural areas, couple with lack of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) accessibility hindered socio-economic development? Examine with justification.
- 2021 · GS2 · 15 marksAnalyze the distinguishing features of the notion of Equality in the Constitutions of the USA and India.
- 2021 · GS2 · 10 marks“Earn while you learn’ scheme needs to be strengthened to make vocational education and skill training meaningful.” Comment.
- 2021 · GS2 · 10 marksTo what extent, in your view, the Parliament is able to ensure accountability of the executive in India?
- 2021 · GS2 · 10 marks“If the last few decades were Asia's growth story, the next few are expected to be Africa's.” In the light of this statement, examine India’s influence in Africa in recent years.
- 2021 · GS2 · 15 marksThe jurisdiction of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) regarding lodging an FIR and conducting probe within a particular state is being questioned by various States. However, the power of States to withhold consent to the CBI is not absolute. Explain with special reference to the federal character of India.
- 2021 · GS2 · 15 marksThe newly tri-nation partnership AUKUS is aimed at countering China’s ambitions in the Indo-Pacific region. Is it going to supersede the existing partnerships in the region? Discuss the strength and impact of AUKUS in the present scenario.
- 2021 · GS2 · 10 marks“Pressure groups play a vital role in influencing public policy making in India.” Explain how the business associations contribute to public policies.
- 2021 · GS2 · 10 marksHow have the recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission of India enabled the states to improve their fiscal position?
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