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  1. 2022 · GS2 · 15 marksDiscuss the essential conditions for exercise of the legislative powers by the Governor. Discuss the legality of re-promulgation of ordinances by the Governor without placing them before the Legislature.
  2. 2022 · GS2 · 10 marksTo what extent, in your opinion, as the decentralisation of power in India changed the governance landscape at the grassroots?
  3. 2022 · GS2 · 10 marksThe Gati-Shakti Yojana needs meticulous coordination between the government and the private sector to achieve the goal of connectivity. Discuss.
  4. 2022 · GS2 · 10 marksIndia is an age-old friend of Sri Lanka.’ Discuss India’s role in the recent crisis in Sri Lanka in the light of the preceding statement.
  5. 2022 · GS2 · 10 marks“The most significant achievement of modern law in India is the constitutionalization of environmental problems by the Supreme Court.” Discuss this statement with the help of relevant case laws.
  6. 2022 · GS2 · 15 marksDiscuss the procedures to decide the disputes arising out of the election of a Member of the Parliament or State Legislature under The Representation of the People Act, 1951. What are the grounds on which the election of any returned candidate may be declared void? What remedy is available to the aggrieved party against the decision? Refer to the case laws.
  7. 2022 · GS2 · 15 marksCritically examine the procedures through which the Presidents of India and France are elected.
  8. 2022 · GS2 · 10 marksReforming the government delivery system through the Direct Benefit Transfer Scheme is a progressive step, but it has its limitations too. Comment.
  9. 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.
  10. 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.
  11. 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.
  12. 2022 · GS2 · 15 marksDiscuss the role of the Election Commission of India in the light of the evolution of the Model Code of Conduct.
  13. 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.
  14. 2022 · GS2 · 10 marksDiscuss the role of the Vice –Presidents of India as the chairman of the Rajyasabha
  15. 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?
  16. 2022 · GS2 · 15 marks“While the national political parties in India favour centralisation, the regional parties are in favour of State autonomy.” Comment.
  17. 2022 · GS3 · 15 marksWhat is the basic principle behind vaccine development? How do vaccines work? What approaches were adopted by the Indian vaccine manufacturers to produce COVID-19 vaccines?
  18. 2022 · GS3 · 15 marksExplain the causes and effects of coastal erosion in India. What are the available coastal management techniques for combating the hazard?
  19. 2022 · GS3 · 10 marksDiscuss in detail the photochemical smog emphasizing its formation, effects and mitigation. Explain the 1999 Gothenburg Protocol.
  20. 2022 · GS3 · 15 marksWhat are the different elements of cyber security? Keeping in view the challenges in cyber security, examine the extent to which India has successfully developed a comprehensive National Cyber Security Strategy.
  21. 2022 · GS3 · 10 marksEach year a large amount of plant material, cellulose, is deposited on the surface of Planet Earth. What are the natural processes this cellulose undergoes before yielding carbon dioxide, water and other end products?
  22. 2022 · GS3 · 15 marks“Economic growth in the recent past has been led by increase in labour activity.” Explain this statement. Suggest the growth pattern that will lead to creation of more jobs without compromising labour productivity.
  23. 2022 · GS3 · 15 marksDiscuss global warming and mention its effects on the global climate. Explain the control measures to bring down the level of greenhouse gases which cause global warming, in the light of the Kyoto Protocol, 1997.
  24. 2022 · GS3 · 10 marksIs inclusive growth possible under market economy? State the significance of financial inclusion in achieving economic growth in India.
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