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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 10Post Independence 0Science and Technology 0Social Justice 3World 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; 2 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 1 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. 0 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. 2 GS2-14.Issues relating to poverty and hunger 0 GS2-15.Transaparency and accountability (institutional and other measures); Citizens Charter, E-Governance (applications, models, successes, limitations, potential) 1 GS2-16.Role of Civil Services in a democracy. 0 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. 1 GS2-20.Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate. 1

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Governance › Civil Society

Governance › Civil Society

2023

Discuss the contribution of civil society groups for women’s effective and meaningful participation and representation in state legislatures in India.
Governance › e-Governance

Governance › e-Governance

2023

e-governance, as a critical tool of governance, has ushered in effectiveness, transparency and accountability in governments. What inadequacies hamper the enhancement of these features?
International Relations › GroupingsXNeighbourhood

International Relations › GroupingsXNeighbourhood

2023

‘Virus of Conflict is affecting the functioning of the SCO’. In the light of the above statement point out the role of India in mitigating problems.
International Relations › GroupingsXRegional

International Relations › GroupingsXRegional

2023

‘The expansion and strengthening of NATO and a stronger US-Europe strategic partnership works well in India.’ What is your opinion about this statement? Give reasons and examples to support your answer.
International Relations › Indian Diaspora

International Relations › Indian Diaspora

2023

Indian diaspora has scaled new heights in the West. Describe its economic and political benefits for India.
International Relations › United Nations,Agencies,Adjacent Bodies

International Relations › United Nations,Agencies,Adjacent Bodies

2023

‘Sea is an important Component of the Cosmos’. Discuss in the light of the above statement the role of the IMO(International Maritime Organisation) in protecting environment and enhancing maritime safety and security.
Polity › Alternate Dispute Resolution

Polity › Alternate Dispute Resolution

2023

Who are entitled to receive free legal aid? Assess the role of the National Legal Services Authority(NALSA) in rendering free legal aid in India.
Polity › Case Laws

Polity › Case Laws

2023

Explain the constitutional perspectives of Gender Justice with the help of relevant Constitutional Provisions and case laws.
Polity › Constitutional Comparison

Polity › Constitutional Comparison

2023

Compare and contrast the British and Indian approaches to Parliamentary sovereignty.
Polity › Emergency

Polity › Emergency

2023

Account for the legal and political factors responsible for the reduced frequency of using Article 356 by the Union Governments since mid 1990s.

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