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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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Polity
2024
What changes has the Union Government recently introduced in the domain of Centre-State relations? Suggest measures to be adopted to build the trust between the Centre and the States and for strengthening federalism.
Polity
2023
Explain the significance of the 101st Constitutional Amendment Act. To what extent does it reflect the accommodative spirit of federalism?
Polity
2023
”The Constitution of India is a living instrument with capabilities of enormous dynamism. It is a constitution made for a progressive society”. Illustrate with special reference to the expanding horizons of the right to life and personal liberty.
Governance
2023
Discuss the role of the Competition Commission of India in containing the abuse of dominant position by the Multi-National Corporations in India. Refer to the recent decisions.
Polity
2022
Discuss the role of the National Commission for Backward Classes in the wake of its transformation from a statutory body to a constitutional body.
Polity
2022
Right of movement and residence throughout the territory of India are freely available to the Indian citizens, but these rights are not absolute. Comment
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?
Governance
2020
Which steps are required for constitutionalization of a Commission? Do you think imparting constitutionality to the National Commission for Women would ensure greater gender justice and empowerment in India? Give reasons.
Polity
2020
Indian Constitution exhibits centralising tendencies to maintain unity and integrity of the nation. Elucidate in the perspective of the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897; The Disaster Management Act, 2005 and recently passed Farm Acts.
Polity
2020
How far do you think cooperation, competition and confrontation have shaped the nature of federation in India? Cite some recent examples to validate your answer.
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