APPSC Group-I Mains 2023, Paper III
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- 1Examine the scope of 'reasonable restrictions' and the 'test of reasonableness' in connection with Article 19 of the Indian Constitution.10 marks · Indian Constitution, Fundamental Rights, DPSP and Union-State functions
- 2Explain the genesis of the Inter-State Council and discuss its relevance in the context of Centre-State and Inter-State coordination and cooperation in India.10 marks · Federal structure, Governor and distribution of powers
- 3The office of the Governor in certain situations carries with it the exercise of 'discretionary functions' and 'special responsibilities'. Discuss this statement in view of the constitutional provisions.10 marks · Federal structure, Governor and distribution of powers
- 4The National Education Policy (2020) has been criticized as denuding the autonomy of states. In this connection, examine the rationale behind the transfer of matters from the State list to the Concurrent list.10 marks · Federal structure, Governor and distribution of powers
- 5Discuss the scope and challenges involved in the political empowerment of women through the Panchayat Raj. Briefly suggest on how to enhance women empowerment in rural and urban local governance.10 marks · Local governance (73rd/74th) and Constitutional Authorities
- 6The Finance Commission, though not being a permanent body, has still maintained its credibility by promoting fiscal democracy in India' — Comment.10 marks · Local governance (73rd/74th) and Constitutional Authorities
- 7Describe the matters in which the Legislative Council stands equal with the Legislative Assembly along with the matters in which it stands unequal with the Legislative Assembly.10 marks · Parliament and State Legislatures
- 8Briefly discuss the different kinds of motions used to discuss matters in the Parliament. Comment on the difference between motions and resolutions.10 marks · Parliament and State Legislatures
- 9Discuss the scope of Judicial review in reviewing administrative action, legislative enactments and judicial decisions.10 marks · Judiciary in India
- 10What is meant by Public Interest Litigation (PIL) ? Describe the nature of court orders that are passed by courts in PIL cases.10 marks · Judiciary in India
- 11"The concept of the welfare state had been crystallised in Kautilya's ideas long before it came to be envisioned in Western Europe' — Examine this statement.10 marks · Public Administration: meaning and evolution in India
- 12It is observed that much of present-day Indian bureaucracy is a result of British administration. In this connection, explain the evolution of Civil Service in India.Public Administration: meaning and evolution in India
- 13Government's intervention in development has seen a long way of impressive outcomes in India. In this connection, discuss the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' mission aimed at making India Self-Reliant.Government policies and interventions for development
- 14"The making of the Right to Information Act, 2005 in India has been largely attributed to the success of civil society movement." Comment.Development processes: civil society and NGOs
- 15"NGOs play a critical role in promoting human rights, defending the marginalized, and creating a more just and equitable society." Comment on the role of NGO's in India.10 marks · Development processes: civil society and NGOs
- 16Explain the quasi-judicial nature of Administrative Tribunals. Examine whether writs and appeals are available against the decisions of the Administrative Tribunals.10 marks · Statutory, regulatory, quasi-judicial bodies and Civil Services
- 17What are the reasons for decline of integrity in civil services ? Also, discuss the institutional mechanism to check corruption in India.10 marks · Statutory, regulatory, quasi-judicial bodies and Civil Services
- 18Explain the scope of civil service reforms in India with a brief note on Mission Karmayogi.Statutory, regulatory, quasi-judicial bodies and Civil Services
- 19What are the different dimensions of governance? Briefly explain the administrative dimension of governance and its key components.10 marks · Good governance, e-governance, RTI and Social Audit
- 20Discuss the Indian experience of Citizen Charter movement and suggest solutions to improve its impact in India.10 marks · Good governance, e-governance, RTI and Social Audit
- 21Define 'Accountability'. Discuss the factors that have led to weakening of accountability in civil services. Suggest ways to improve the mechanisms for accountability in civil services.10 marks · Ethics and Human Interface
- 22Discuss the significance of values in the development of personality and socio-cultural systems. Add a brief note on the hierarchy of values in India.10 marks · Human values
- 23Vinoba Bhave's reform ideology had helped to nurture an ethical atmosphere in Indian public life. In this connection, evaluate the relevance of Vinoba Bhave's ideology in modern times.10 marks · Human values
- 24Do attitudes influence behaviour? Discuss the polarization of political attitudes in India.10 marks · Attitude and Emotional intelligence
- 25Define Persuasion and its constructs. Can the power of persuasion be used by civil servants in order to realize the ends and objectives of a 'New India'? Substantiate.10 marks · Attitude and Emotional intelligence
- 26Does popular democracy breed distrust in the public towards their representatives ? Discuss the scope of ethical leadership in democracy and politics.10 marks · Public Service ethics, codes, corruption and Lokpal
- 27"Ethics in public service is an essential component of parliamentary democracy" — In this connection, discuss the pathway towards a 'Naitik Bharat'.10 marks · Public Service ethics, codes, corruption and Lokpal
- 28What is meant by 'International Ethics' ? Explain the significance of ethics in international dispute resolutions and environmental cooperation among nations.10 marks · Public Service ethics, codes, corruption and Lokpal
- 29Define Substantive Law and Procedural Law. Discuss the interrelationship and differences between Substantive Law and Procedural Law.10 marks · Basic Knowledge of Laws in India
- 30Are Direct Taxes transferable or non-transferable? Explain the recent Direct Tax Reforms undertaken in India.10 marks · Basic Knowledge of Laws in India