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GENERAL STUDIES TEST-3 INDIAN CONSTITUTION AND GOVERNANCE
1.
The core of the commitment to social revolution lies in Part-III and Part-IV
of the Indian Constitution. Discuss (200 words)
10 marks
2.
Spell out the object and reasons of Part IV-A of the Constitution of India. Do
you support this addition to the constitution of India? Give reasons and also
suggest some effective measures to make these provisions more realistic
and operational. (200 Words)
10 marks
3.
”The 42nd Amendment Act was Practically a revision of the Constitution”.
Comment (200 words)
10 marks
4.
Article 356 has become one of the most controversial and most criticised
provisions of the Constitution. Comment. (200 words)
10 marks
5.
Ending the special category status for poorer states by introducing Under
development index lacks credibility. Comment. (200 words)
10 marks
6.
‘Judicial Overreach’ is the next stage of ‘Judicial-Activism’ Analyse this
statement in the context of India. (200 words)
10 marks
7.
Coalition government by its very nature is a weak government. Do you
agree? Suggest changes/reforms to make coalition government workable in
the Indian Scenario. (200 words)
10 marks
8.
‘The exercise of executive clemency is not a privilege but is based on
several principles, and discretion has to be exercised in public
considerations.’ Analyse this statements in the context of the recent
Supreme court judgement regarding the judicial powers of the President of
India.
10 marks
9.
“The Panchayati Raj bodies do provide an appropriate forum for effecting
welfare of weaker sections, including the members of Scheduled Castes and
Scheduled tribes through decision-making and programme implementation
processes at Local level”. Comment. ( 200 words)
10 marks
10.
“Appointment to most of the constitutional posts is arbitrary and politically
motivated” Suggest measures to make it more transparent.
10 marks
11.
In the light of recent Supreme Court judgments directly or indirectly
affecting the provisions of Representation of People Act, analyze their
impact on Indian polity and on the relationship between Judiciary and the
Executive. (200 Words)
10 marks
12.
The institution of ‘Lokpal’ in India is likely to confront a different set of
problems as compared to the set of problems experienced by the
Lokayuktas in the past. Comment
10 marks
13.
RTI has led to greater transparency and accountability of administration.
Comment.
10 marks
14.
Anti-corruption pressure groups have succeeded in creating awareness
among the people- critically analyse this statement in the wake of recent
developments.
10 marks
15.
“US' downgrade of India's safety rating threatens to send aviation sector
into a tailspin”. Discuss the functions of DGCA. Why has a Bill to replace
the DGCA by a new regulator for the Indian aviation sector, the Civil
Aviation Authority (CAA) being proposed? (200 words)
10 marks
16.
Telangana movement is just an old wine in a new bottle. Comment (200
words)
10 marks
17.
SHGs are providing avenues of political mobilisation and enabling women to
realise their full potential. Examine the implications of the above statement
and assess the potential of SHGs for development. (200 words)
10 marks
18.
Explain why in spite of poverty alleviation schemes, the number of the
poor has not fallen very much. (200 words)
10 marks
19.
NREGA a path breaking initiative in Development economics, has brought
relief to millions in the country side. Yet critics maintain, the results and
impact could have been better and more effective. Elucidate. (200 words)
10 marks
20.
Bring out the salient features of Prohibition of Sexual Harassment at the
workplace Act 2013. (200 words)
10 marks
21.
Prime Minister described malnutrition as a National shame. What are the
measures taken up by the government of India to revamp the ICDS scheme.
(200 words)
10 marks
22.
Citizen’s charters though ambitious and progressive, have failed to capture
the imagination of citizens and are more honoured in the breach. Comment
upon the utility of citizens charters. Also cite examples of other such
measures of accountability and grievance redressal being initiated in India.
(200 words)
10 marks
23.
“Rise in drug-resistant diseases could trigger a national emergency
comparable to a catastrophic terrorist attack, pandemic flu or major coastal
flooding”. Do you agree with the statement? What are the steps taken by
Indian government to tackle this menace? (200 Words)
10 marks
24.
“The rise of Information technology is an opportunity to overcome
historical disabilities”. Substantiate the statement in context of NeGP. (200
words)
10 marks
25.
Civil services reforms have been long overdue. Suggest steps required to
make civil services more accountable, transparent and responsive.
10 marks