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

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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; 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 0 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 3 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. 2 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. 3 GS2-20.Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate. 0

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Polity › Executive Vs Legislature

Polity › Executive Vs Legislature

2021

To what extent, in your view, the Parliament is able to ensure accountability of the executive in India?
Polity › Finance Commission

Polity › Finance Commission

2021

How have the recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission of India enabled the States to improve their fiscal position?
Polity › Judiciary

Polity › Judiciary

2021

Discuss the desirability of greater representation to women in the higher judiciary to ensure diversity, equity and inclusiveness.
Polity › Non-Constitutional/Statutory Bodies

Polity › Non-Constitutional/Statutory Bodies

2021

Though the Human Rights Commissions have contributed immensely to the protection of human rights in India, yet they have failed to assert themselves against the mighty and powerful. Analyzing their structural and practical limitations, suggest remedial measures.
Polity › ParliamentXCommittees

Polity › ParliamentXCommittees

2021

Do Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committees keep the administration on its toes and inspire reverence for parliamentary control? Evaluate the working of such committees with suitable examples.
Polity › ParliamentXHouses

Polity › ParliamentXHouses

2021

Explain the constitutional provisions under which Legislative Councils are established. Review the working and current status of Legislative Councils with suitable illustrations.
Polity › Pressure Groups

Polity › Pressure Groups

2021

“Pressure groups play a vital role in influencing public policy making in India.” Explain how the business associations contribute to public policies.
Social Justice › Education

Social Justice › Education

2021

“Earn while you learn’ scheme needs to be strengthened to make vocational education and skill training meaningful.” Comment. (150 words)
Social Justice › Health

Social Justice › Health

2021

“Besides being a moral imperative of a Welfare State, primary health structure is a necessary precondition for sustainable development.” Analyse.(150 words)
Other questions

Social Justice

2021

“Though women in post-Independent India have excelled in various fields, the social attitude towards women and feminist movement has been patriarchial.” Apart from women education and women empowerment schemes, what interventions can help change this milieu?

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