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All subjects 20Agriculture 0Art and Culture 0Disaster Management 0Economics 0Environment 0Ethics 0Geography 0Governance 3Indian Society 0Internal Security 0International Relations 4Modern History 0Polity 9Post Independence 0Science and Technology 0Social Justice 4World History 0

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Syllabus topics in GS2

GS2-01.Indian Constitution-Historical underpinnings & evolution; Features, amendments, significant provisions, basic structure of Constitution 2 GS2-02.Functions & responsibilities of the Union and the States; issues and challenges of federal structure; 0 GS2-03.Separation of Powers between different organs, dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions 1 GS2-04.Devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein 1 GS2-05.Comparison of Indian constitutional scheme with other countries 0 GS2-06.Parliament and State Legislatures (structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges; issues therein) 2 GS2-08.Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act. 2 GS2-09.Appointment to various Constitutional posts; Constitutional Bodies(powers, functions and responsibilities); Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi-judicial bodies 1 GS2-10.Government Policies & Interventions for development of various sectors (issues in their design, implementation) 0 GS2-11.Development processes and the development industry —the role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, donors, charities, institutional and other stakeholders. 1 GS2-13.Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. 1 GS2-14.Issues relating to poverty and hunger 2 GS2-15.Transaparency and accountability (institutional and other measures); Citizens Charter, E-Governance (applications, models, successes, limitations, potential) 0 GS2-16.Role of Civil Services in a democracy. 1 GS2-17.India and its neighborhood- relations. 0 GS2-18.Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. 0 GS2-20.Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate. 1

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Governance › Civil Services

Governance › Civil Services

2017

Initially Civil Services in India were designed to achieve the goals of neutrality and effectiveness, which seems to be lacking in the present context. Do you agree with the view that drastic reforms are required in Civil Services. Comment
Governance › SHGs

Governance › SHGs

2017

‘The emergence of Self Help Groups(SHGs) in contemporary times points to the slow but steady withdrawal of the state from developmental activities’. Examine the role of the SHGs in developmental activities and the measures taken by the Government of India to promote the SHGs.
International Relations › Energy Security

International Relations › Energy Security

2017

The question of India’s Energy Security constitutes the most important part of India’s economic progress. Analyze India’s energy policy cooperation with West Asian Countries.
International Relations › Geo-politics affecting India's Interest

International Relations › Geo-politics affecting India's Interest

2017

‘China is using its economic relations and positive trade surplus as tools to develop potential military power status in Asia’, In the light of this statement, discuss its impact on India as her neighbor.
International Relations › Indian Diaspora

International Relations › Indian Diaspora

2017

Indian Diaspora has an important role to play in South-East Asian countries’ economy and society. Appraise the role of Indian Diaspora in South- East Asia in this context
International Relations › United Nations,Agencies,Adjacent Bodies

International Relations › United Nations,Agencies,Adjacent Bodies

2017

What are the main functions of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)? Explain different functional commissions attached to it.
Polity › Amendment

Polity › Amendment

2017

Explain the salient features of the constitution(One Hundred and First Amendment) Act, 2016. Do you think it is efficacious enough ‘to remove cascading effect of taxes and provide for common national market for goods and services’?
Polity › Judiciary

Polity › Judiciary

2017

Critically examine the Supreme Court’s judgement on ‘National Judicial Appointments Commission Act, 2014’ with reference to appointment of judges of higher judiciary in India.
Polity › Local Self-Government

Polity › Local Self-Government

2017

“The local self-government system in India has not proved to be effective instrument of governance”. Critically examine the statement and give your views to improve the situation.
Polity › ParliamentXCommittees

Polity › ParliamentXCommittees

2017

Discuss the role of Public Accounts Committee in establishing accountability of the government to the people.

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