To what extent, in your view, the Parliament is able to ensure accountability of the executive in India? UPSC 2021, 10 Marks

Q4. आपकी दृष्टि में, भारत में कार्यपालिका की जवाबदेही को निश्चित करने में संसद कहाँ तक समर्थ है? (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दीजिए) Q4. To what extent, in your view,…

Continue ReadingTo what extent, in your view, the Parliament is able to ensure accountability of the executive in India? UPSC 2021, 10 Marks

Discuss the desirability of greater representation to women in the higher judiciary to ensure diversity, equity and inclusiveness. UPSC 2021, 10 Marks

Q2. विविधता, समता और समावेशिता सुनिश्चित करने के लिए उच्बतर न्यायापालिका में महिलाओं के प्रतिनिधित्व को बढाने की वांछनीयता पर चर्चा कीजिए। (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दीजिए) Q2. Discuss the…

Continue ReadingDiscuss the desirability of greater representation to women in the higher judiciary to ensure diversity, equity and inclusiveness. UPSC 2021, 10 Marks

‘Constitutional Morality’ is rooted in the Constitution itself and is founded on its essential facets. Explain the doctrine of Constitutional Morality’ with the help of relevant judicial decisions. UPSC 2021, 10 Marks

Q1. 'संवैधानिक नैतिकता' की जड़ संविधान में ही निहित है और इसके तात्विक फलकों पर आधारित है। 'संवैधानिक नैतिकता' के सिद्धांत की प्रासंगिक न्यायिक निर्णयों की सहायता से विबेचना कीजिए।…

Continue Reading‘Constitutional Morality’ is rooted in the Constitution itself and is founded on its essential facets. Explain the doctrine of Constitutional Morality’ with the help of relevant judicial decisions. UPSC 2021, 10 Marks

“If the last few decades were of Asia’s growth story, the next few are expected to be of Africa’s.” In the light of this statement, examine India’s influence in Africa in recent years. UPSC 2021, 10 Marks

Q9. "यदि विगत कुछ दशक एशिया के विकास की कहानी के रहे, तो परवर्ती कुछ दशक अफ्रीका के हो सकते हैं।" इस कथन के आलोक में, हाल के वर्षों में…

Continue Reading“If the last few decades were of Asia’s growth story, the next few are expected to be of Africa’s.” In the light of this statement, examine India’s influence in Africa in recent years. UPSC 2021, 10 Marks

“The USA is facing an existential threat in the form of a China, that is much more challenging than the erstwhile Soviet Union.” Explain. UPSC 2021, 10 Marks

Q10. “संयुक्त राज्य अमेरिका, चीन के रूप में एक ऐसे अस्तित्व के खतरे का सामना कर रहा है जो तत्कालीन सोवियत संघ की तुलना में कहीं अधिक चुनौती पूर्ण है।” विवेचना कीजिए। (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दीजिए) Q10. “The USA is facing an existential threat in the form of a China, that is much more challenging than the erstwhile Soviet Union.” Explain. (Answer in 150…

Continue Reading“The USA is facing an existential threat in the form of a China, that is much more challenging than the erstwhile Soviet Union.” Explain. UPSC 2021, 10 Marks

The jurisdiction of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) regarding lodging an FIR and conducting probe within a particular State is being questioned by various States. However, the power of the States to withhold consent to the CBI is not absolute. Explain with special reference to the federal character of India. UPSC 2021, 15 Marks

Q11. एक राज्य-विशेष के अन्दर प्रथम सूचना रिपोर्ट दायर करने तथा जाँच करने के केन्द्रीय अन्वेषण ब्यूरो (सी०बी०आइ०) के क्षेत्राधिकार पर कई राज्य प्रश्न उठा रहे हैं। हालांकि, सी॰बी०आइ० जाँच…

Continue ReadingThe jurisdiction of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) regarding lodging an FIR and conducting probe within a particular State is being questioned by various States. However, the power of the States to withhold consent to the CBI is not absolute. Explain with special reference to the federal character of India. UPSC 2021, 15 Marks

Though the Human Rights Commissions have contributed immensely to the protection of human rights in India, yet they have failed to assert themselves against the mighty and powerful. Analyzing their structural and practical limitations, suggest remedial measures. UPSC 2021, 15 Marks

Q12. यद्यपि मानवाधिकार आयोगों ने भारत में मानव अधिकारों के संरक्षण में काफी हद तक योगदान दिया है, फिर भी वे ताकतवर और प्रभावशालियों के विरुद्ध अधिकार जताने में असफल…

Continue ReadingThough the Human Rights Commissions have contributed immensely to the protection of human rights in India, yet they have failed to assert themselves against the mighty and powerful. Analyzing their structural and practical limitations, suggest remedial measures. UPSC 2021, 15 Marks

Analyze the distinguishing features of the notion of Right to Equality in the Constitutions of the USA and India. UPSC 2021, 15 Marks

Q13. संयुक्त राज्य अमेरिका और भारत के संविधानों में, समता के अधिकार की धारणा की विशिष्ट विशेषताओं का विश्लेषण कीजिए। (उत्तर 250 शब्दों में दीजिए) Q13. Analyze the distinguishing features…

Continue ReadingAnalyze the distinguishing features of the notion of Right to Equality in the Constitutions of the USA and India. UPSC 2021, 15 Marks

Explain the constitutional provisions under which Legislative Councils are established. Review the working and current status of Legislative Councils with suitable illustrations. UPSC 2021, 15 Marks

Q14. उन संवैधानिक प्रावधानों को समझाइए जिनके अंतर्गत विधान-परिषर्दे स्थापित होती हैं। उपयुक्त उदाहरणों के साथ विधान-परिषदों के कार्य और वर्तमान स्थिति का मूल्यांकन कीजिए। (उत्तर 250 शब्दों में दीजिए)…

Continue ReadingExplain the constitutional provisions under which Legislative Councils are established. Review the working and current status of Legislative Councils with suitable illustrations. UPSC 2021, 15 Marks