Mains Marathon 2024

Day 51: Full Length Test 3 (GS Paper 2)

Q1 .Discuss the concept of the Right to Be Forgotten and its legal status in India. (150 words)

Q2. The Basic Structure Doctrine shields the Constitution but limits the parliamentary process. Examine (150 words)

Q3. Discuss how the Indian Constitution's approach to judicial review compares with that of the United States Supreme Court. (150 words)

Q4. Evaluate the role of the Governor in ensuring the smooth functioning of federal governance in India. (150 words)

Q5. The Collegium system reflects a delicate balance between judicial independence and executive control. Comment.(150 words)

Q6. What are the reasons for the lack of administrative decentralization despite advances in political decentralization at the grassroots level? (150 words)

Q7. The Leader of the Opposition is not just a parliamentary figurehead but an integral part of the system of checks and balances. Elucidate.(150 words)

Q8.Critically evaluate the arguments for and against including Ladakh in the Sixth Schedule. (150 words)

Q9. Analyze the evolving dynamics of bilateral relations between India and Myanmar in light of India's decision to cancel the Free Movement Regime.(150 words)

Q10. How can India and Africa capitalize on their trade potential to foster mutual economic growth? Identify the main challenges and propose solutions to strengthen their trade ties.(150 words)

Q11. Discuss the justification for the judiciary’s role in issuing guidelines and directives in public interest cases. How does this practice reconcile with the principle of separation of powers as outlined in the Indian Constitution? (250 words)

Q12. Examine the legal provisions that govern the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)'s authority to operate within a state and the constraints imposed by states on this authority. How do these provisions affect the CBI’s investigative functions? (250 words)

Q13. Critically assess the role of lateral entry in enhancing administrative capacity within the Indian civil services. Suggest further reforms to enhance bureaucratic efficiency. (250 words)

Q14. Discuss the regulatory and policy changes introduced by the Telecommunications Act, 2023. What are the potential benefits and challenges posed by the new regulatory measures? (250 words)

Q15. Evaluate the methods used by pressure groups in India to influence public opinion and policy decisions. What are the key challenges they encounter in achieving their goals?(250 words)

Q16. Assess India's performance in the Global Gender Gap Index 2024. Identify the critical challenges and propose strategic measures to enhance gender parity in the country. (250 words)

Q17. Discuss the major challenges faced by persons with disabilities (PwDs) in India. What measures can be implemented to empower PwDs, particularly in light of the Supreme Court's guidelines to prevent discrimination in visual media?"(250 words)

Q18. Analyze the impact of the ongoing political crisis in Bangladesh on India-Bangladesh relations. How can India navigate the challenges to maintain stability and strengthen bilateral ties during this period of uncertainty? (250 words)

Q19. Assess how heavy militarization and ongoing conflicts in West Asia affect India’s interests. What strategies should India adopt to effectively navigate its relations in this volatile region?(250 words)

Q20. How does the G20 shape global economic governance and development? Discuss India's strengths and limitations within the forum in dealing with global issues.(250 words)