GS2 · Polity & Governance

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

What is the procedure for the formation of State Legislative Council? Also examine its relevance vis-a-vis legislative assembly.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Tackling air pollution has rarely been a priority in policymaking. Analyse the statement in the light of ongoing health emergency declared in the National Capital Region.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Criminal Justice System in India (CJSI) has been in a state of peril. Identify the major issues and suggest policy measures to reform the CJSI.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Should Hindi be Lingua franca for India? Comment in the light of linguistic diversity and cultural significance of languages in India.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

It takes more than government and courts to address a problem that is driven by human activity and behaviour. Good and effective regulations matter, but the key is cultural and behavioural change.Comment.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

India does not have a deficit of laws and rules, in fact we have too much of them. Critically examine.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

It is the effective and timely implementation of well-designed primary healthcare policies which results in improved health outcomes. List the steps that can be taken by India to strengthen primary healthcare in the country.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Explain how e-governance can facilitate economic inclusiveness and bring social transformation in India.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Discuss the challenges and opportunities in India’s domestic civil aviation sector by highlighting the policy interventions like UDAN, Nabh Nirman etc.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

What do you understand by money bill and how is it different from the financial bill? Examine the criteria a bill needs to fulfill to be termed as a money bill.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

The anti-defection law works best as an insurance against violation of the people’s mandate for a party, but it cannot be made a tool to stifle all dissent. Discuss.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Social audits help in bridging the gap between policy objectives and outcomes. Discuss.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 10 marks

Systemic flaws in the appointment process among other reasons have contributed to vacancies in the lower judiciary. Comment.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

The legitimacy of the government in a democracy is derived from constant scrutiny by elected representatives. Comment.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

The tribunals perform an important and specialised role in justice delivery mechanism. Comment.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Does identity based politics weakens democracy by creating multiple fissures in society or strengthens it by increasing bargaining power of a collective group? Discuss giving reasons in support of your answer

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Criminalisation of politics will be a blow to our democracy if left unchecked. In light of this statement analyse the measures taken and also suggest some possible solutions.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Analyse the limitations faced by model code of conduct in the digital age of political advertisement.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

The sedition law has been used as a muzzling mechanism and is a weapon against the constitutional spirit of modern democracy. Critically examine.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Discuss the advantages and challenges of electioneering on social media.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

. Despite unique constitutional positioning , the governor is sometimes not seen as willing or able to discharge his functionsas judiciously, impartially and efficiently as envisaged by the constitution framers. Comment

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 10 marks

What are Election manifestos? Explain the significance and challenges of election manifestos in Indian democracy?

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

What do you understand by VVPAT? What are the issues associated with it and steps taken by ECI in this regard?

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

What are the advantages of EVM over paper ballots? What are the concerns still remaining in this regard?

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

Examine the reasons for underrepresentation of women in Indian political system. Also suggest some remedial measures to close this gender gap in politics.