Total Questions : 302
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Q. “Institutional quality is a crucial driver of economic performance”. In this context suggest reforms in the Civil Service for strengthening democracy. (UPSC GS-2 Mains 2020).
19 Jan, 2021 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. “Recent amendments to the Right to Information Act will have a profound impact on the autonomy and independence of the Information Commission”. Discuss. (150 words) (UPSC GS-2 Mains 2020)
12 Jan, 2021 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. Autonomous bodies are very crucial to the government’s functioning. In the light of the statement critically discuss the role of Autonomous Bodies and their governance issues. (250 words)
16 Oct, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. The frequent promulgation of ordinances is an assault on the democractic structure of the Constitution. Critically analyse. (250 words)
13 Oct, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. Mission Karmayogi is aimed at building a future-ready civil service with the right attitude, skills and knowledge, aligned to the vision of New India. Discuss. (250 words)
09 Oct, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. The government regulation on NGOs, at a time when the country especially requires robust civil society organisations and networks, is not desirable. Critically analyse. (250 words)
06 Oct, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. The decision to go without “Question Hour” during the Monsoon Session of Parliament has evoked serious concerns about the democratic functioning of the institution and erodes constitutional mandate of parliamentary oversight over executive action. Discuss. (250 words)
22 Sep, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. “Sub-categorisation of reserved classes in India is needed for more inclusive affirmative actions.” Discuss the statement in the light of the recent judgement of the Supreme Court. (250 words)
04 Sep, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. “A governor should be discharging his/her duty in accordance with the spirit of the Constitution, not just be an agent of the centre”. Discuss the statement in the light of the role of governor in the Indian polity. (250 words)
04 Aug, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. Social media freedom should not become an impediment in curbing the spread of hate speeches online. Comment. (250 words)
31 Jul, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. “Parliament is a deliberative assembly, and that the parliamentarian owes his constituents not his industry only, but his judgment” Explain this statement in the context of the Tenth Schedule to the Indian Constitution. (250 words)
07 Jul, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. Making it legally binding to have a fair proportion of women in the elected bodies can ensure political empowerment of women in India. Comment. (250 words)
30 Jun, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. The functional overlap between the organs of government undermines the principle of separation of power. Comment.(150 words)
26 Jun, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. “Fundamental duties are not made enforceable by a writ of court like the fundamental rights, but they are fundamental to the well being of society and individuals.” Examine. (250 words)
23 Jun, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. Indian Constitution balances procedural norms and flexibility in adapting to changing needs of society. Discuss. (150 words)
16 Jun, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. The Jurisdiction of the Supreme court under Article 142 supersedes the executive and the legislature. Discuss (150 words)
12 Jun, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. “Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s founding statesman, was a great figure whose legacy transcended national boundaries”. Comment. (250 words)
09 Jun, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. “Sedition law is a colonial relic and given its chilling effect on freedom of speech, the law must be repealed.” Discuss. (250 words)
02 Jun, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. Discuss the importance of public services reforms in ensuring good governance in India. (250 words)
12 May, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. Discuss the significance of the right to protest in a democracy. (150 words)
21 Apr, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. The constitution of India makes the Centre stronger than the States and provides a quasi-federal polity. Discuss. (250 words)
14 Apr, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. Elucidate the role of National Human Rights Commission in India. Also, discuss why it is dubbed as a “Toothless Tiger”. (250 words)
31 Mar, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. Recent changes in filing complaints with Lokpal can significantly curb corruption. Critically analyse. (250 words)
24 Mar, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. The state funding for elections is not the only solution to bring transparency in political funding in India. Discuss. (250 words)
17 Mar, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. Water governance strategies in India need to deploy strategies of demand management, conservation and regulation. Comment. (250 words)
16 Mar, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. “Real duties are the result of the fulfilment of rights”. Critically analyse in the context of the Constitutional provisions related to the rights and duties. (250 words)
03 Mar, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. “Fraternity remains the least understood, least discussed, and the least practised of the four pillars of constitutional morality spelt out in the preamble of India’s Constitution and from it Constitution also derives the unity of the nation.” Explain. (250 words)
03 Mar, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. Indian Constitution balances procedural norms and flexibility in adapting to changing needs of society. Discuss. (250 words)
25 Feb, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. Explain the significance of the right to protest in a democracy. (250 words)
18 Feb, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. Speakers are not apolitical entities and are embedded in party politics. Critically examine. (250 words)
18 Feb, 2020 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance
