Mains Practice Questions

Q. "India's decision to stay out of RCEP while pursuing other trade agreements reflects a strategic balance between economic interests and security concerns." Discuss. (250 words)

Q."The evolution of Lok Adalats represents a successful adaptation of alternative dispute resolution in India's justice system." Discuss. (150 words)

Q. Evaluate the effectiveness of BRICS as a platform for addressing Global South concerns in international forums. (150 words)

Q. Discuss the role of Speaker in ensuring effective parliamentary functioning. What reforms would you suggest to strengthen this institution? (150 words)

Q.How does the concept of United Nations (UN) peacekeeping as a "necessary but imperfect tool" reflect its role in maintaining the global peace order? What role has India played in supporting these missions? (250 words)

Q. Discuss the significance and challenges of Corporate Social Responsibility(CSR) in India. What measures can be adopted to enhance the effectiveness of CSR in India? (250 words)

Q. How has the Red Sea crisis impacted global trade and India's maritime interests? Examine. (150 words)

Q. Examine the role of Competition Commission of India in promoting economic democracy. What challenges does it face in regulating digital markets? (250 words)

Q.Discuss the persistence of manual scavenging in India. How does the NAMASTE scheme contribute to its eradication? (250 words)

Q. The Indian judiciary is vital to safeguarding democracy yet faces significant systemic challenges. Propose judicial reforms that can address these challenges and enhance the efficiency and transparency of the judicial system. (250 words)

Q. The role of civil society in governance has evolved significantly in recent decades. Discuss its impact on policy formulation and implementation in democratic systems. (250 words)

Q. Analyze India's strategic objectives in joining the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). How has its membership impacted regional geopolitics? (150 words)

Q. Analyze the implications of the growing Russia-China strategic partnership for global power dynamics. How should India navigate its relationships with these two powers in this context? (250 words)

Q. Lateral entry of experts into civil services is seen as a way to bring fresh perspectives and expertise into governance. Discuss the merits and demerits of this approach. (150 words)

Q. Evaluate the impact of the QUAD alliance on the Indo-Pacific regional dynamics and India's strategic interests. (150 words)

Q. Despite comprehensive legislative measures to protect Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, atrocities against these communities continue to persist in India. Examine. (250 words)

Q."The concept of 'development-induced displacement' raises critical questions about the balance between national progress and social justice." Analyze India's rehabilitation and resettlement policies for displaced communities, suggesting improvements to ensure equitable development. (250 words)

Q. Analyze the role of the Directive Principles of State Policy enshrined in the Constitution in shaping India's socio-economic policies, and examine their relationship with fundamental rights. (250 words)

Q. "Manual scavenging persists despite legal prohibitions, highlighting the gap between legislation and social realities." Evaluate the effectiveness of the Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers and their Rehabilitation Act, 2013, and suggest measures for its better implementation. (250 words)

Q. “The use of money bills to pass contentious legislation undermines the bicameral nature of India's parliamentary system”. Analyze this statement in the context of recent legislative practices and their impact on the role of the Rajya Sabha. (250 words)

Q. Evaluate the strategic importance of India-Singapore relations in the context of India's 'Act East' policy. How has this relationship evolved over the past decade? (150 words)

Q. Analyze the importance of Parliamentary Committees in the Indian legislative process. Suggest measures to enhance their effectiveness in scrutinizing government policies. (250 words)

Q. Examine India's recent engagements with Central Asian countries and their significance for India's strategic interests. (150 words)

Q. Critically analyze the One Nation, One Election proposal in light of India's federal structure and diverse regional political landscapes. (250 words)

Q. To what extent have poverty alleviation programs in India been effective in addressing the challenges of poverty? Examine the role of political will in the successful implementation of these programs. (250 words)

Q. Critically examine the significance of India’s energy cooperation with West Asian countries in ensuring its energy security. What are the key challenges and how can India address them?? (250 words)

Q. "Climate change diplomacy has emerged as a critical aspect of international relations." Evaluate India's position and contributions in global climate negotiations, highlighting both challenges and opportunities. (250 words)

Q. The Right to Privacy has evolved through judicial interpretation. Trace this evolution and discuss its implications on contemporary issues like data protection and surveillance. (250 words)

Q. Analyze the root causes of child labor in India. Also, discuss the effectiveness of government programs in eradicating child labor. (250 words)

Q. Discuss key indicators of good governance and suggest strategies for its effective implementation at the grassroots level in India. (150 words)