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UPSC Mains 2019

20 questions · 250 marks · Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International Relations

GS 1GS 2GS 3Ethics
International Relations15 Marks

Q1.What introduces friction into the ties between India and the United States, Washington is still unable to find for India a position in its global strategy, which would satisfy India’s National self-esteem and ambitions” Explain with suitable examples.

View answerDirective: Explain
International Relations15 Marks

Q2.The long-sustained image of India as a leader of the oppressed and marginalised Nations has disappeared on account of its newfound role in the emerging global order. Elaborate.

View answerDirective: Elaborate
Government policies and interventions15 Marks

Q3.The Performance of welfare schemes that are implemented for vulnerable sections is not so effective due to the absence of their awareness and active involvement at all stages of the policy process.

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Governance15 Marks

Q4.The need for cooperation among various service sectors has been an inherent component of development discourse. Partnership bridges the gap among the sectors. It also sets in motion a culture of ‘Collaboration’ and ‘team spirit’. In the light of statements above examine India’s Development process.

View answerDirective: Examine
Governance15 Marks

Q5.In the context of the neo-liberal paradigm of development planning, multi-level planning is expected to make operations cost-effective and remove many implementation blockages.’-Discuss.

View answerDirective: Discuss
Indian Polity15 Marks

Q6.Individual Parliamentarian’s role as the national the lawmaker is on a decline, which in turn, has adversely impacted the quality of debates and their outcome.

View answerDirective: Comment
Indian Polity15 Marks

Q7.The Attorney-General is the chief legal adviser and lawyer of the Government of India. Discuss

View answerDirective: Discuss
Indian Polity15 Marks

Q8.The reservation of seats for women in the institutions of local self-government have had a limited impact on the patriarchal character of the Indian Political Process.

View answerDirective: Comment
Indian Polity15 Marks

Q9.Parliament’s power to amend the Constitution is limited and it cannot be enlarged into absolute power.” In light of this statement explain whether Parliament under Article 368 of the Constitution can destroy the Basic Structure of the Constitution by expanding its amending power.

View answerDirective: Explain whether
Indian Polity15 Marks

Q10.On what grounds a people’s representative can be disqualified under the Representation of People Act, 1951? Also, mention the remedies available to such a person against his disqualification.

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International Relations10 Marks

Q11.Too little cash, too much politics, leaves UNESCO fighting for life.’ Discuss the statement in light of the US withdrawal and its accusation of the cultural body as being ‘anti-Israel bias’.

View answerDirective: Discuss
International Relations10 Marks

Q12.The time has come for India and Japan to build a strong contemporary relationship, one involving global and strategic partnership that will have great significance for Asia and the world as a whole.’ Comment.

View answerDirective: Comment
Governance10 Marks

Q13.Implementation of information and Communication Technology (ICT) based Projects / Programmes usually suffers in terms of certain vital factors. Identify these factors, and suggest measures for their effective implementation

View answerDirective: Identify and suggest
Indian Polity10 Marks

Q14.There is a growing divergence in the relationship between poverty and hunger in India. The shrinking of social expenditure by the government is forcing the poor to spend more on non-food essential items squeezing their food – budget.- Elucidate.

View answerDirective: Elucidate
Indian Polity10 Marks

Q15.Despite Consistent experience of High growth, India still goes with the lowest indicators of human development. Examine the issues that make balanced and inclusive development elusive.

View answerDirective: Examine
Indian Polity10 Marks

Q16.What can France learn from the Indian Constitution’s approach to secularism?

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Indian Polity10 Marks

Q17.From the resolution of contentious issues regarding the distribution of legislative powers by the courts, the ‘Principle of Federal Supremacy’ and ‘Harmonious Construction’ has emerged.

View answerDirective: Comment
Indian Polity10 Marks

Q18.What are the methods used by the Farmer's organizations to influence the policy-makers in India and how effective are these methods?

View answerDirective: Explain
Indian Polity10 Marks

Q19.The Central Administration Tribunal which was established for the redressal of grievances and complaints by or against the central government employees, nowadays is exercising its powers as an independent judicial authority.

View answerDirective: Comment
Indian Polity10 Marks

Q20.Do you think that the constitution of India does not accept the principle of strict separation of powers rather it is based on the principle of ‘checks and balance’?

View answerDirective: Analyze