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  1. 2020 · GS2 · 10 marks“The Indian diaspora has a decisive role to play in the politics and economy of America and European Countries”. Comment with examples.
  2. 2020 · GS2 · 10 marks“Institutional quality is a crucial driver of economic performance”. In this context suggest reforms in the Civil Service for strengthening democracy
  3. 2020 · GS2 · 15 marksJudicial legislation is antithetical to the doctrine of separation of powers as envisaged in the Indian Constitution. In this context justify the filing of a large number of public interest petitions praying for issuing guidelines to executive authorities.
  4. 2020 · GS2 · 10 marksThe judicial systems in India and the UK seem to be converging as well as diverging in recent times. Highlight the key points of convergence and divergence between the two nations in terms of their judicial practices.
  5. 2020 · GS2 · 15 marks“Microfinance as an anti-poverty vaccine is aimed at asset creation and income security of the rural poor in India”. Evaluate the role of Self Help Groups in achieving twin objectives along with empowering women in rural India.
  6. 2020 · GS2 · 15 marksNational Education Policy 2020 is in conformity with the Sustainable Development Goals-4 (2030). It intended to restructure and re-orient the education system in India. Critically examine the statement.
  7. 2020 · GS2 · 10 marks“There is a need for simplification of Procedure for disqualification of persons found guilty of corrupt practices under the Representation of Peoples Act”. Comment
  8. 2020 · GS2 · 10 marksOnce a speaker, Always a speaker’! Do you think the practice should be adopted to impart objectivity to the office of the Speaker of Lok Sabha? What could be its implications for the robust functioning of parliamentary business in India.
  9. 2020 · GS2 · 10 marksIn order to enhance the prospects of social development, sound and adequate health care policies are needed particularly in the fields of geriatric and maternal health care. Discuss
  10. 2020 · GS2 · 15 marksQuadrilateral Security Dialogue is transforming itself into a trade block from the military alliance, in present times. Discuss
  11. 2020 · GS2 · 15 marksRajyasabha has been transformed from a ‘useless Stepney tire’ to the most useful supportive organ in the past few decades. Highlight the factors as well as areas in which this transformation could be visible.
  12. 2020 · GS2 · 10 marks“Recent amendments to the Right to Information Act will have a profound impact on the autonomy and independence of the Information Commission”. Discuss.
  13. 2020 · GS2 · 10 marksCritically examine the role of WHO in providing global health security during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
  14. 2020 · GS2 · 15 marksWhat is the significance of Indo-US deals over Indo-Russian defense deals? Discuss with reference to stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
  15. 2020 · GS2 · 15 marksWhich steps are required for constitutionalisation of a commission? Do you think imparting constitutionality to the national commission for women would ensure greater gender justice and empowerment in India? Give reasons.
  16. 2020 · GS2 · 15 marksThe strength and sustenance of local institutions in India has shifted from their formative phase of ‘functions, functionaries and funds’ to the contemporary stage of’ functionality’. Highlight the critical challenges faced by local institutions in terms of their functionality in recent times.
  17. 2020 · GS3 · 10 marksWhat are the challenges and opportunities of the food processing sector in the country? How can income of the farmers be substantially increased by encouraging food processing?
  18. 2020 · GS3 · 15 marksCOVID-19 pandemic has caused unprecedented devastation worldwide. However, technological advancements are being availed readily to win over the crisis. Give an account of how technology was sought to aid management of the pandemic.
  19. 2020 · GS3 · 10 marksDefine potential GDP and explain its determinants. What are the factors that have been inhibiting India from realising its potential GDP?
  20. 2020 · GS3 · 15 marksDescribe the benefits of deriving electric energy from sunlight in contrast to conventional energy generation. What are the initiatives offered by our Government for this purpose?
  21. 2020 · GS3 · 15 marksWhat are the determinants of left-wing extremism in the Eastern part of India? What strategy should the Government of India, civil administration and security forces adopt to counter the threat in the affected areas?
  22. 2020 · GS3 · 10 marksDiscuss different types of cybercrimes and measures required to be taken to fight the menace.
  23. 2020 · GS3 · 10 marksHow does the draft Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification, 2020 differ from the existing EIA Notification, 2006?
  24. 2020 · GS3 · 10 marksFor effective border area management, discuss the steps required to be taken to deny local support to militants and also suggest ways to manage favourable perception among locals.
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