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GS 2

UPSC Mains 2023

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

GS 1GS 2GS 3Ethics
International Relations15 Marks

Q1.Sea is an important component of the Cosmos’. Discuss in the light of the above statement the role of the IMO (International Maritime Organisation) in protecting environment and enhancing maritime safety and security.

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International Relations15 Marks

Q2.The expansion and strengthening of NATO and a stronger US-Europe strategic partnership works well for India. What is your opinion about this statement? Give reasons and examples to support your answer.

View answerDirective: Opinion
International Relations15 Marks

Q3.Indian diaspora has scaled new heights in the west. Describe its economic and political benefits for India.

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International Relations15 Marks

Q4.Virus of conflict is affecting the functioning of the SCO”. In the light of the above statement point out the role of India in mitigating the problems.

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Indian Constitution — evolution, features, amendments, basic structure15 Marks

Q5.Explain the constitutional perspective of gender justice with the help of relevant Constitutional provisions and case laws.

View answerDirective: Explain
Governance15 Marks

Q6.Skill development programmes have succeeded in increasing human resources supply to various sectors. In the context of the statement analyse the linkages between, education, skill and employment.

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Governance15 Marks

Q7.Development and welfare schemes for the vulnerable sections, by its nature, are discriminatory in approach. Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.

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Parliament and State legislatures15 Marks

Q8.Discuss the contribution of civil society groups for women’s effective and meaningful participation and representation in state legislature in India.

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Governance15 Marks

Q9.e-governance as a critical tool of governance, has ushered in effectiveness, transparency and accountability in governments. What inadequacies hamper the enhancement of these features.

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Governance15 Marks

Q10.Discuss the role of the Competition Commission of India in containing the abuse of dominant position by the Multi-National Corporations in India. Refer to the recent decisions.

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Governance10 Marks

Q11.The crucial aspect of development process has been the inadequate attention paid to Human resource development in India. Suggest measures to that can address this inadequacy.

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Indian Polity10 Marks

Q12.“The constitution of India is a living instrument with capabilities of enormous dynamism. It is a constitution made for a progressive society.” Illustrate with special reference to the expanding horizons of the right to life and personal liberty.

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Indian Polity10 Marks

Q13.Compare and contrast the British and Indian approaches to parliamentary sovereignty.

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Indian Constitution — evolution, features, amendments, basic structure10 Marks

Q14.Who are entitled to receive free legal aid in India. Assess the role of NALSA in rendering free legal aid in India.

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Indian Polity10 Marks

Q15.Explain the structure of the Parliamentary Committee system. How far have the financial committee helped in the institutionalisation of Indian Parliament.

View answerDirective: Explain
Indian Polity10 Marks

Q16.Explain the significance of the 101st constitutional amendment act. To what extent does it reflect the accommodative spirit of federalism.

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Indian Polity10 Marks

Q17.Account for legal and political factors responsible for the reduced frequency of using article 356 by the union government mid-1990s.

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Indian Polity10 Marks

Q18.Discuss the role of presiding officers of state legislatures in maintaining order and impartiality in conducting legislative work and in facilitating best democratic practices.

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Indian Polity10 Marks

Q19.The states in India seem reluctant to empower urban local bodies both functionally as well as financially. Comment.

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Indian Polity10 Marks

Q20.Constitutionally guaranteed judicial independence is a prerequisite of democracy. Comment.

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