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All subjects 20Agriculture 0Art and Culture 0Disaster Management 0Economics 0Environment 0Ethics 0Geography 0Governance 5Indian Society 0Internal Security 0International Relations 4Modern History 0Polity 9Post Independence 0Science and Technology 0Social Justice 2World 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 1 GS2-02.Functions & responsibilities of the Union and the States; issues and challenges of federal structure; 1 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) 0 GS2-08.Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act. 1 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 1 GS2-15.Transaparency and accountability (institutional and other measures); Citizens Charter, E-Governance (applications, models, successes, limitations, potential) 3 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. 2 GS2-20.Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate. 1

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Governance › Citizens Charter

Governance › Citizens Charter

2024

The Citizens’charter has been a land mark initiative in ensuring citizen-centric administration. But it is yet to reach its full potential. Identify the factors hindering the realisation of its promise and suggest measures to overcome them.
Governance › Civil Services

Governance › Civil Services

2024

The Doctrine of Democratic Governance makes it necessary that the public perception of the integrity and commitment of civil servants becomes absolutely positive. Discuss.
Governance › Donor Agencies

Governance › Donor Agencies

2024

Public charitable trusts have the potential to make India’s development more inclusive as they relate to certain vital public issues. Comment.
Governance › e-Governance

Governance › e-Governance

2024

e-governance is not just about the routine application of digital technology in service delivery process. It is as much about multifarious interactions for ensuring transparency and accountability. In this context evaluate the role of the ‘Interactive Service Model’ of e-governance.
Governance › Transparency and Accountability

Governance › Transparency and Accountability

2024

What are the aims and objects of the recently passed and enforced, The Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024? Whether University/State Education Board examinations, too, are covered under the Act?
International Relations › Bilateral Relations

International Relations › Bilateral Relations

2024

Discuss the geopolitical and geostrategic importance of Maldives for India with a focus on global trade and energy flows. Further also discuss how this relationship affects India’s maritime security and regional stability amidst international competition?
International Relations › Geo-politics affecting India's Interest

International Relations › Geo-politics affecting India's Interest

2024

The West is fostering India as an alternative to reduce dependence on China’s supply chain and as a strategic ally to counter China’s political and economic dominance.’ Explain this statement with examples.
International Relations › GroupingsXNeighbourhood

International Relations › GroupingsXNeighbourhood

2024

Critically analyse India’s evolving diplomatic, economic and strategic relations with the Central Asian Republics (CARs) highlighting their increasing significance in regional and global geopolitics.
International Relations › United Nations,Agencies,Adjacent Bodies

International Relations › United Nations,Agencies,Adjacent Bodies

2024

Terrorism has become a significant threat to global peace and security’. Evaluate the effectiveness of the United Nations Security Council’s Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) and its associated bodies in addressing and mitigating this threat at the international level.
Polity › Alternate Dispute Resolution

Polity › Alternate Dispute Resolution

2024

Explain and distinguish between Lok Adalats and Arbitration Tribunals. Whether they entertain civil as well as criminal cases ?

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