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All subjects 265Agriculture 0Art and Culture 0Disaster Management 0Economics 0Environment 0Ethics 0Geography 0Governance 63Indian Society 0Internal Security 0International Relations 57Modern History 0Polity 108Post Independence 0Science and Technology 0Social Justice 37World History 0

All GS papers 974 GS1 275 GS2 265 GS3 268 GS4 166

Syllabus topics in GS2

GS2-01.Indian Constitution-Historical underpinnings & evolution; Features, amendments, significant provisions, basic structure of Constitution 18 GS2-02.Functions & responsibilities of the Union and the States; issues and challenges of federal structure; 16 GS2-03.Separation of Powers between different organs, dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions 10 GS2-04.Devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein 8 GS2-05.Comparison of Indian constitutional scheme with other countries 9 GS2-06.Parliament and State Legislatures (structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges; issues therein) 13 GS2-08.Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act. 11 GS2-09.Appointment to various Constitutional posts; Constitutional Bodies(powers, functions and responsibilities); Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi-judicial bodies 22 GS2-10.Government Policies & Interventions for development of various sectors (issues in their design, implementation) 9 GS2-11.Development processes and the development industry —the role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, donors, charities, institutional and other stakeholders. 14 GS2-13.Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. 18 GS2-14.Issues relating to poverty and hunger 10 GS2-15.Transaparency and accountability (institutional and other measures); Citizens Charter, E-Governance (applications, models, successes, limitations, potential) 18 GS2-16.Role of Civil Services in a democracy. 5 GS2-17.India and its neighborhood- relations. 7 GS2-18.Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. 19 GS2-20.Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate. 15

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International Relations › GroupingsXRegional

International Relations › GroupingsXRegional

2021

The newly tri-nation partnership AUKUS is aimed at countering China’s ambitions in the Indo-Pacific region. Is it going to supersede the existing partnerships in the region? Discuss the strength and impact of AUKUS in the present scenario.
International Relations › GroupingsXRegional

2021

“If the last few decades were of Asia’s growth story, the next few are expected to be of Africa’s.” In the light of this statement, examine India’s influence in Africa in recent years.
International Relations › GroupingsXRegional

2020

‘Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad)’ is transforming itself into a trade bloc from a military alliance, in present times – Discuss.
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 › Indian Diaspora

2020

‘Indian diaspora has a decisive role to play in the politics and economy of America and European Countries’. Comment with examples.
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 › Miscellaneous

International Relations › Miscellaneous

2021

“The USA is facing an existential threat in the form of a China, that is much more challenging than the erstwhile Soviet Union.” Explain.
International Relations › United Nations,Agencies,Adjacent Bodies

International Relations › United Nations,Agencies,Adjacent Bodies

2025

“The reform process in the United Nations remains unresolved, because of the delicate imbalance of East and West and entanglement of the USA vs. Russo-Chinese alliance.” Examine and critically evaluate the East-West policy confrontations in this regard.
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.
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.

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