UPSC Mains 2020, GS Paper 2
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- 1Q1.There is a need for simplification of procedure for disqualification of persons found guilty of corrupt practices under the Representation of peoples Act. Comment.10 marks · Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act
- 2Q2.Recent amendments to the Right to information Act will have profound impact on the autonomy and independence of the Information Commission. Discuss.10 marks · Transparency & Accountability, Institutional and Other Measures
- 3Q3.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.10 marks · Issues & Challenges Pertaining to the Federal Structure
- 4Q4.The judicial systems in India and UK seem to be converging as well as diverging in the recent times. Highlight the key points of convergence and divergence between the two nations in terms of their judicial practices.10 marks · Comparison of the Indian Constitutional Scheme with That of Other Countries
- 5Q5.Once a speaker, Always a speaker! Do you think the practice should be adopted to impart objectivity to the office of the Speaker of Lok Sabha? What could be its implications for the robust functioning of parliamentary business in India.10 marks · Parliament — Structure
- 6Q6.In order to enhance the prospects of social development, sound and adequate health care policies are needed particularly in the fields of geriatric and maternal health care. Discuss.10 marks · Health
- 7Q7.Institutional quality is a crucial driver of economic performance. In this context suggest reforms in Civil Service for strengthening democracy.10 marks · Role of Civil Services in a Democracy
- 8Q8.The emergence of Fourth Industrial Revolution (Digital Revolution) has initiated e-Governance as an integral part of government. Discuss.10 marks · e-Governance — Applications, Models, Successes, Limitations and Potential
- 9Q9.Critically examine the role of WHO in providing global health security during the Covid-19 pandemic.10 marks · Health
- 10Q10.Indian diaspora has a decisive role to play in the politics and economy of America and European Countries'. Comment with examples.10 marks · Indian Diaspora
- 11Q11.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.15 marks · Issues & Challenges Pertaining to the Federal Structure
- 12Q12.Judicial Legislation is antithetical to the doctrine of separation of powers as envisaged in the Indian Constitution. In this context justify the filing of large number of public interest petitions praying for issuing guidelines to executive authorities.15 marks · Separation of Powers between Various Organs
- 13Q13.The strength sustenance of local institutions in India has shifted from their formative phase of Functions, Functionaries and Funds to the contemporary stage of Functionality. Highlight the critical challenges faced by local institutions in terms of their functionality in recent times.15 marks · Devolution — Panchayati Raj
- 14Q14.In the last few decades, Rajya Sabha has transformed from a 'useless stepney tyre' to a most useful supportive organ. Highlight the factors and the areas where this transformation could be visible.15 marks · Parliament — Structure
- 15Q15.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.15 marks · Women
- 16Q16."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.15 marks · Poverty
- 17Q17."Micro-Finance as an anti-poverty vaccine, is aimed at asset creation and income security of the rural poor in India". Evaluate the role of the Self Help Groups in achieving the twin objectives along with empowering women in rural India.15 marks · SHGs
- 18Q18.National Education Policy 2020 is in conformity with the Sustainable Development Goal-4 (2030). It intends to restructure and reorient education system in India. Critically examine the statement.15 marks · Education
- 19Q19."Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad)' is transforming itself into a trade bloc from a military alliance, in present times – Discuss.15 marks · Global
- 20Q20.What is the significance of Indo-US defence deals over Indo-Russian defence deals ? Discuss with reference to stability in the Indo-Pacific region.15 marks · Regional