Mains Practice Questions

Q. Since independence only a few private member bills have been passed. Does it imply that a discourse dominated by a majority restrict individual voices? Critically examine. (250 Words)

Q. Indian prisons portray the plight of human rights and are in dire need of serious reform. Discuss. (250 Words)

Q.  Discuss the issues related  to  judicial appointments  in India.  Can the proposed  National Judicial  Commission Bill upheld the crucial  reform  in  judiciary? (250 words) 

Q. “Indian judicial system lacks inclusiveness and is mostly dominated by men”. In the light of this statement, discuss the issues related to women representation in judiciary and suggest measures to ensure inclusiveness of women in Judicial system. (250 words)

Q. Comment upon the appointment procedure of the election commissioners. Suggest measures to reform appointment process? (250 words)

Q. Highlight provisions of proposed Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2022. Discuss whether it protects citizens' right to privacy? (250 Words)

Q. Whether electoral bonds are effective in ensuring fair, just and open elections? Discuss the various concerns regarding electoral bonds. (250 words)

Q. Discuss the desirability of greater representation to women in the parliament to ensure diversity, equity and inclusiveness. (250 words)

Q. The governor is mere ‘agent of the centre’ rather than being the ‘constitutional head of state’. Discuss the recent controversies involving the post of Governor in India. (250 words)

Q. There is a need for uniformity in the personal laws regulating secular affairs. Discuss (250 words)

Q Discuss the significance of Lok Adalat as an effective dispute resolution mechanism? (150 words)

Q. Discuss the role of Rajya Sabha in strengthening the fundamentals of our parliamentary democracy. (150 words)

Q. India needs a robust policy framework to unleash the potential of its online gaming sector. Elucidate. (250 words).

Q. What are the implications of Unregulated OTT platforms in India? Suggest some recent policy measures introduced by the government. (250 words)

Q. Poverty and unemployment are the major barriers to India’s Development. Discuss. (250 words)

Q. What do you mean by the Nordic Model of Democracy and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the Nordic Model of Democracy.? (150 Words)

Q. Increasingly, Civil Servants are being charged with corruption. In this context discuss the reasons behind the prevalence of corruption in Civil Services and its impact on people and Public Life. (250 words)

Q. Sedition law is a dated colonial-era statute that requires a comprehensive update to be relevant. Discuss.

Q. What are the key differences between Fundamental rights (FR) and Directive Principles of State Policies (DPSP). Discuss the associated cases which show the conflict between fundamental rights (FR) and Directive Principles of State Policies (DPSP).

Q. What are the problems faced by the transgender community in India? How far The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Bill, 2019 will be able to address these problems and bring justice to this community? (150 words)

Q. “The CIC (Central Information Commission) is the highest appellate body under the RTI Act, however it has its own limitations.” In this context, discuss the powers and functions of the CIC. (150 words)

Q. “The appointment of the first Lokpal, though delayed, is an important step towards the cause of fighting graft in the government.” Comment. (150 words)

Q. Pressure groups, unlike political parties, are formed to address their immediate problems. Discuss the different methods adopted by the pressure groups to realise their goals. (150 words)

Q. Discuss the key challenges India is facing in terms of the digitisation of judiciary and suggest measures that can be taken to overcome these challenges.

Q. Has digital illiteracy, particularly in rural areas, coupled with lack of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) accessibility hindered socio-economic development? Examine with justification. (250 Words)

Q. Do Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committees keep the administrations on its toes and inspire reverence for parliamentary control? Evaluate the working of such committees with suitable examples. (250 Words)

Q. Analyse the distinguishing features of the notion of Right to Equality in the Constitutions of the USA and India. (250 Words)

Q. To what extent, in your view, the Parliament is able to ensure accountability of the executive in India? (150 words)

Q. How have the recommendations of the 14^th Finance Commission of India enabled the States to improve their fiscal position? (150 Words)

Q. Discuss the desirability of greater representation to women in the higher judiciary to ensure diversity, equity and inclusiveness.