UPSC Mains question bank

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 10 marks

In order to ensure success of e-governance , India needs to bridge the digital divide. Examine.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 10 marks

Separation of investigation from law and order can be very fruitful, provided the basic procedure is also revised. Discuss.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 15 marks

. The draft Information Technology (Intermediaries Guidelines) Amendment Rules, 2018, have been criticised for expanding the scope for state surveillance. Discuss the need and concerns regarding the rules in view of rising incidence of fake news.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 10 marks

. Though ordinances making power of President is given under Article 123 of the Constitution, yet its frequent use goes against the spirit of constitution. Examine.

GS2 · Polity & Governance · 10 marks

. NITI Aayog is an action tank than just a think tank. Critically Examine.

GS2 · Social Justice · 10 marks

“Urban poverty and informalization of labour pose new challenges to social justice”. Discuss.

GS2 · Social Justice · 15 marks

In the backdrop of changing socio-economic realities, analyse how the discourse on social justice is shifting from redistribution to empowerment and capability enhancement. (250 words).

GS2 · Social Justice · 10 marks

Social justice requires not only economic redistribution but also social recognition and empowerment.Discuss.

GS2 · Social Justice · 15 marks

“Assess the effectiveness of State interventions in ensuring social justice amid persistent structural inequalities, with reference to constitutional mandates, welfare policies, and institutional mechanisms.”

GS2 · Social Justice · 10 marks

Examine the key factors driving women’s empowerment in India and analyse the major barriers that continue to impede its full realization.

GS2 · Social Justice · 10 marks

Inclusion of transgender persons tests the resilience of India’s equality framework. Discuss the obstacles and policy interventions required to ensure their full participation in society.

GS2 · Social Justice · 10 marks

“Social justice demands not charity, but accessibility and dignity.” Evaluate India’s efforts to empower persons with disabilities in light of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016.

GS2 · Social Justice · 15 marks

“The shadow of untouchability still lingers in the alleys of progress.”Analyze the challenges in enforcing laws against manual scavenging and evaluate the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs.

GS2 · Social Justice · 15 marks

While India ranks high in consumption equality, it continues to witness deepening wealth concentration. Analyse the disconnect between economic expansion and distributive justice in India. What policy measures are needed to bridge this gap?

GS2 · Social Justice · 15 marks

"The concept of social justice in India is intertwined with the principles of equality, affirmative action, and social empowerment." Discuss how the Constitution of India addresses social justice, particularly for marginalized communities.

GS2 · Social Justice · 15 marks

How effective are the policies aimed at ensuring social justice for differently-abled persons in India? Discuss the gaps that still exist in the implementation of these policies.

GS2 · Social Justice · 15 marks

With reference to Supreme Court judgments, discuss the role of the judiciary in promoting social justice in India, and how its interpretations have shaped policies for marginalized sections of society.

GS2 · Social Justice · 10 marks

Evaluate the twin role of Self Help Groups (SHGs) in asset creation and income security among the rural poor in India, along with their contribution to women’s empowerment.

GS2 · Social Justice · 15 marks

Discuss the structural and socio-cultural factors hinder transgender persons from effectively accessing welfare schemes in India. Also, propose specific measures to overcome these barriers and ensure their better inclusion.

GS2 · Social Justice · 10 marks

Assess the implementation challenges of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 and suggest measures to strengthen its effectiveness.

GS2 · Social Justice · 15 marks

. Higher education reforms in India are crucial for fostering social mobility and equity. Evaluate the role of National Education Policy 2020 in ensuring accessibility and quality in higher education.

GS2 · Social Justice · 15 marks

Gender budgeting is an important tool for women's empowerment. Analyze its effectiveness in addressing gender disparities in India’s development policies.

GS2 · Social Justice · 15 marks

The Right to Education Act has completed over a decade of implementation. Has it succeeded in achieving its core objective of social inclusion? Discuss.

GS2 · Social Justice · 15 marks

. "Social justice without economic justice is incomplete." In light of this statement, examine how India's affirmative action policies have addressed both dimensions of justice.

GS2 · Social Justice · 15 marks

Analyze the role of public-private partnerships in improving the quality and accessibility of social sector services. What governance mechanisms can ensure accountability and prevent the commodification of essential services?