Question

GS2 UPSC MAINS 2024 PRACTICE QUESTIONS PART 2

Answer 1

Polity (50 Questions)

1. Discuss the implications of the blurring lines between the three branches of government on judicial independence, considering the doctrine of separation of powers. (15M)
2. Analyze the constitutional provisions and controversies surrounding the role of the Governor in India's federal structure. (15M)
3. Compare and contrast the constitutional provisions related to the emergency powers of the President of India and the executive powers of the Prime Minister in a parliamentary democracy. (10M)
4. Evaluate the effectiveness of the anti-defection law in India, focusing on its impact on political stability and the role of the Speaker. (10M)
5. Examine the role of the Finance Commission in enhancing fiscal federalism in India, with particular reference to the recommendations of the 15th Finance Commission. (15M)
6. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing cooperative federalism in India, with examples from recent central-state relations. (15M)
7. Analyze the significance of judicial review in maintaining the balance of power between the executive and judiciary in India. (10M)
8. Examine the role of the Election Commission of India in ensuring free and fair elections, focusing on recent reforms and challenges. (15M)
9. Discuss the impact of the Basic Structure doctrine on constitutional amendments in India, with reference to landmark Supreme Court judgments. (10M)
10. Analyze the role of the judiciary in safeguarding the fundamental rights of citizens, with special emphasis on the right to privacy. (15M)
11. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Right to Information (RTI) Act in promoting transparency and accountability in governance. (10M)
12. Discuss the constitutional provisions related to the impeachment of judges in India, focusing on their adequacy and challenges. (15M)
13. Examine the role of the Supreme Court in interpreting the Directive Principles of State Policy, with examples from landmark judgments. (10M)
14. Analyze the significance of the separation of powers in a parliamentary democracy, with reference to the Indian context. (15M)
15. Discuss the impact of judicial activism on the functioning of the executive and legislature in India. (10M)
16. Evaluate the role of the President of India as a constitutional head, focusing on the discretionary powers vested in the office. (15M)
17. Examine the challenges faced by the Indian Parliament in ensuring legislative accountability, with reference to the role of parliamentary committees. (10M)
18. Discuss the significance of the Ninth Schedule of the Indian Constitution in protecting laws from judicial review, with reference to relevant case laws. (15M)
19. Analyze the constitutional provisions related to the reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in legislatures, focusing on their impact on political representation. (10M)
20. Evaluate the role of the Vice-President of India as the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, focusing on the challenges and opportunities. (15M)
21. Discuss the impact of the constitutional amendment process on the evolution of the Indian Constitution, with examples from recent amendments. (10M)
22. Examine the role of the judiciary in interpreting the federal structure of the Indian Constitution, with reference to landmark judgments. (15M)
23. Analyze the significance of the Preamble in understanding the core values of the Indian Constitution, with reference to its legal and symbolic importance. (10M)
24. Discuss the constitutional provisions related to the protection of minority rights in India, with examples from recent judicial decisions. (15M)
25. Evaluate the role of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) in ensuring financial accountability in India, focusing on recent audits and reports. (10M)
26. Examine the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Panchayati Raj system in India, with reference to the 73rd Constitutional Amendment. (15M)
27. Discuss the impact of coalition governments on the functioning of the Indian Parliament, with reference to recent political developments. (10M)
28. Analyze the role of the judiciary in protecting the rights of women and children, with reference to recent landmark judgments. (15M)
29. Evaluate the effectiveness of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in addressing human rights violations in India, focusing on recent cases and challenges. (10M)
30. Discuss the significance of the Directive Principles of State Policy in shaping the socio-economic policies of the Indian government, with examples from recent initiatives. (15M)
31. Analyze the constitutional provisions related to the formation of new states in India, with reference to recent cases of state reorganization. (10M)
32. Examine the role of the judiciary in upholding the independence of constitutional bodies in India, with examples from recent judicial decisions. (15M)
33. Discuss the impact of the Public Interest Litigation (PIL) on judicial activism in India, focusing on its advantages and disadvantages. (10M)
34. Evaluate the role of the Indian Parliament in scrutinizing the executive, with reference to the budgetary process and oversight mechanisms. (15M)
35. Analyze the significance of the Schedules in the Indian Constitution, with reference to their role in governance and administration. (10M)
36. Discuss the constitutional provisions related to the separation of powers between the Union and the States in India, with examples from recent judicial interpretations. (15M)
37. Examine the role of the judiciary in ensuring environmental protection in India, with reference to recent landmark judgments. (10M)
38. Analyze the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India, with reference to the 101st Constitutional Amendment. (15M)
39. Discuss the significance of the fundamental duties in the Indian Constitution, with reference to their role in promoting responsible citizenship. (10M)
40. Evaluate the role of the judiciary in interpreting the provisions of the Indian Constitution related to religious freedom, with reference to recent judgments. (15M)
41. Analyze the constitutional provisions related to the protection of linguistic minorities in India, with reference to recent judicial decisions. (10M)
42. Discuss the impact of the reservation policy on social justice in India, with reference to its constitutional provisions and judicial interpretations. (15M)
43. Examine the role of the judiciary in interpreting the provisions of the Indian Constitution related to property rights, with reference to recent landmark judgments. (10M)
44. Analyze the significance of the basic structure doctrine in limiting the power of constitutional amendments in India, with reference to relevant case laws. (15M)
45. Discuss the impact of the 42nd Constitutional Amendment on the federal structure of India, with reference to its key provisions and judicial interpretations. (10M)
46. Evaluate the role of the judiciary in protecting the rights of marginalized communities in India, with reference to recent landmark judgments. (15M)
47. Analyze the constitutional provisions related to the appointment and removal of judges in India, with reference to recent controversies and judicial decisions. (10M)
48. Discuss the significance of the constitutional provisions related to the distribution of powers between the Union and the States in India, with examples from recent central-state relations. (15M)
49. Examine the role of the judiciary in interpreting the provisions of the Indian Constitution related to the right to equality, with reference to recent landmark judgments. (10M)
50. Analyze the challenges and opportunities in implementing the constitutional provisions related to the protection of tribal rights in India, with reference to recent judicial decisions. (15M)

Answer 2

Governance (50 Questions)

1. Assess the impact of the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme on improving the efficiency and transparency of welfare programs in India. (10M)
2. Analyze the challenges faced in implementing e-governance initiatives at the grassroots level, with a focus on digital literacy and infrastructure. (15M)
3. Discuss the role of civil society in strengthening the accountability of local self-government institutions in India. (15M)
4. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) in addressing rural unemployment and poverty. (15M)
5. Examine the role of public-private partnerships (PPPs) in improving the quality of healthcare services in India, with examples from recent initiatives. (10M)
6. Analyze the impact of the National Health Mission (NHM) on improving maternal and child health outcomes in India, with reference to recent achievements and challenges. (15M)
7. Discuss the role of the Competition Commission of India (CCI) in promoting fair competition and preventing monopolistic practices, with examples from recent cases. (10M)
8. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) in addressing the housing needs of the urban poor in India, focusing on implementation challenges and successes. (15M)
9. Analyze the role of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in environmental governance in India, with reference to recent landmark judgments. (10M)
10. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Smart Cities Mission in India, with examples from recent initiatives. (15M)
11. Evaluate the impact of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on India's federal structure, focusing on the challenges and opportunities for state governments. (10M)
12. Analyze the significance of the National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog) in promoting cooperative federalism and policy innovation in India. (15M)
13. Discuss the role of the Digital India initiative in bridging the digital divide in India, with a focus on rural and underserved areas. (10M)
14. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Public Distribution System (PDS) in ensuring food security in India, focusing on recent reforms and challenges. (15M)
15. Analyze the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) in India, with reference to its impact on public health and sanitation. (10M)
16. Discuss the role of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) in disaster preparedness and response in India, with examples from recent disasters. (15M)
17. Evaluate the impact of the Make in India initiative on the growth of the manufacturing sector in India, focusing on recent achievements and challenges. (10M)
18. Analyze the role of the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) in promoting sustainable livelihoods in rural India, with reference to recent initiatives. (15M)
19. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Skill India Mission in India, with a focus on bridging the skill gap in various sectors. (10M)
20. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) in promoting financial inclusion in India, focusing on recent achievements and challenges. (15M)
21. Analyze the impact of the National Food Security Act (NFSA) on food security and nutrition in India, with reference to recent challenges and successes. (10M)
22. Discuss the role of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) in protecting farmers from crop losses, with examples from recent implementation experiences. (15M)
23. Evaluate the effectiveness of the National Urban Livelihoods Mission (NULM) in addressing urban poverty in India, focusing on recent initiatives and challenges. (10M)
24. Analyze the significance of the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) in promoting skill development and employment in India, with reference to recent achievements. (15M)
25. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Ayushman Bharat scheme in India, with a focus on improving healthcare access for the poor. (10M)
26. Evaluate the impact of the Atal Pension Yojana (APY) on promoting financial security for the unorganized sector workers in India, focusing on recent trends and challenges. (15M)
27. Analyze the role of the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) in improving agricultural productivity in India, with reference to recent achievements and challenges. (10M)
28. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) in India, with a focus on promoting clean cooking fuel access. (15M)
29. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Stand-Up India scheme in promoting entrepreneurship among SC/ST and women in India, focusing on recent achievements and challenges. (10M)
30. Analyze the impact of the National Rural Drinking Water Programme (NRDWP) on improving access to safe drinking water in rural India, with reference to recent initiatives. (15M)
31. Discuss the role of the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) in providing social security to vulnerable sections of society in India, with examples from recent implementation experiences. (10M)
32. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) in promoting skill development and employment in rural India, focusing on recent achievements and challenges. (15M)
33. Analyze the challenges and opportunities in implementing the National Health Policy, 2017, with reference to its impact on the healthcare system in India. (10M)
34. Discuss the role of the Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY) in providing health insurance coverage to the poor in India, with examples from recent implementation experiences. (15M)
35. Evaluate the impact of the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme on promoting gender equality and improving the status of girls in India, focusing on recent trends and challenges. (10M)
36. Analyze the significance of the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) in promoting maternal and child health in India, with reference to recent achievements. (15M)
37. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the National Education Policy, 2020, with a focus on improving the quality of education in India. (10M)
38. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme in addressing malnutrition and promoting early childhood development in India, focusing on recent achievements and challenges. (15M)
39. Analyze the role of the National Clean Energy Fund (NCEF) in promoting renewable energy development in India, with reference to recent initiatives. (10M)
40. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) in India, with a focus on promoting entrepreneurship and financial inclusion. (15M)
41. Evaluate the impact of the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) on promoting social security and financial inclusion in India, focusing on recent trends and challenges. (10M)
42. Analyze the significance of the Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY) in promoting life insurance coverage for the poor in India, with reference to recent achievements. (15M)
43. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) in India, with a focus on improving rural connectivity and infrastructure. (10M)
44. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) in improving healthcare access for the poor in India, focusing on recent achievements and challenges. (15M)
45. Analyze the role of the National Skill Development Mission (NSDM) in promoting skill development and employment in India, with reference to recent initiatives. (10M)
46. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Digital Literacy Mission in India, with a focus on bridging the digital divide in rural and underserved areas. (15M)
47. Evaluate the impact of the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA) on promoting inclusive growth and reducing poverty in India, focusing on recent trends and challenges. (10M)
48. Analyze the significance of the National Food Security Mission (NFSM) in promoting agricultural productivity and food security in India, with reference to recent achievements. (15M)
49. Discuss the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) in India, with a focus on promoting crop insurance and risk management for farmers. (10M)
50. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Pradhan Mantri Gramodaya Yojana (PMGY) in promoting rural development and improving the quality of life in rural India, focusing on recent achievements and challenges. (15M)