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Syllabus topics in GS2
GS2-01.Indian Constitution-Historical underpinnings & evolution; Features, amendments, significant provisions, basic structure of Constitution
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GS2-02.Functions & responsibilities of the Union and the States; issues and challenges of federal structure;
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GS2-03.Separation of Powers between different organs, dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions
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GS2-04.Devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein
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GS2-05.Comparison of Indian constitutional scheme with other countries
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GS2-06.Parliament and State Legislatures (structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges; issues therein)
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GS2-08.Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act.
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GS2-09.Appointment to various Constitutional posts; Constitutional Bodies(powers, functions and responsibilities); Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi-judicial bodies
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GS2-10.Government Policies & Interventions for development of various sectors (issues in their design, implementation)
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GS2-11.Development processes and the development industry —the role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, donors, charities, institutional and other stakeholders.
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GS2-13.Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.
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GS2-14.Issues relating to poverty and hunger
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GS2-15.Transaparency and accountability (institutional and other measures); Citizens Charter, E-Governance (applications, models, successes, limitations, potential)
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GS2-16.Role of Civil Services in a democracy.
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GS2-17.India and its neighborhood- relations.
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GS2-18.Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests.
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GS2-20.Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate.
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Poverty
2020
“The incidence and intensity of poverty are more important in determining poverty based on income alone”. In this context analyse the latest United Nations Multidimensional Poverty Index Report.
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2017
‘Poverty Alleviation Programmes in India remain mere show pieces until and unless they are backed by political will’. Discuss with reference to the performance of the major poverty alleviation programmes in India.
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2017
Hunger and Poverty are the biggest challenges for good governance in India still today. Evaluate how far successive governments have progressed in dealing with these humongous problems. Suggest measures for improvement.
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2015
Though there have been several different estimates of poverty in India, all indicate reduction in poverty levels over time. Do you agree? Critically examine with reference to urban and rural poverty indicators.
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Polity
2025
Examine the evolving pattern of Centre-State financial relations in the context of planned development in India. How far have the recent reforms impacted the fiscal federalism in India?
Social Justice
2025
Women’s social capital complements in advancing empowerment and gender equity. Explain.
Polity
2025
Comment on the need for administrative tribunals as compared to the court system. Assess the impact of the recent tribal reforms through rationalisation of tribunals made in 2021.
Governance
2025
The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights has to address the challenges faced by children in the digital era. Examine the existing policies and suggest measures the Commission can initiate to tackle the issue.
Polity
2025
Discuss the nature of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly after the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization Act, 2019. Briefly describe the powers and functions of the Assembly of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Polity
2024
Right to privacy is intrinsic to life and personal liberty and is inherently protected under Article 21 of the Constitution. Explain. In this reference discuss the law relating to D.N.A. testing of a child in the womb to establish its paternity.
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