Previous Year Questions - Blog

The Citizen’s Charter is an ideal instrument of organisational transparency and accountability, but it has its own limitations. Identify the limitations and suggest measures for greater effectiveness of the Citizen’s Charters. (15 marks, 250 words)

The Citizen's Charter, conceived as an instrument of organizational transparency and accountability, represents a commendable initiative aimed at enhancing citizen-centric governance.

Edukemy Team January 4, 2024

UPSC - Mains Solved Paper GS 2

How far do you agree with the view that the focus on lack of availability of food as the main cause of hunger takes the attention away from ineffective human development policies in India? (15 marks, 250 words)

The issue of hunger in India is multifaceted, with various factors contributing to its persistence. While the lack of availability of food is undeniably a significant aspect

Edukemy Team January 4, 2024

UPSC - Mains Solved Paper GS 2

Multiplicity of various commissions for the vulnerable sections of the society leads to problems of overlapping jurisdiction and duplication of functions. Is it better to merge all commissions into an umbrella Human Rights Commission? Argue your case. (15 marks, 250 words)

Currently, various commissions operate independently, each focusing on a specific aspect of human rights for different marginalized groups.

Edukemy Team January 4, 2024

UPSC - Mains Solved Paper GS 2

Assess the importance of the Panchayat system in India as a part of local government. Apart from government grants, what sources can the Panchayats look out for financing developmental projects? (15 marks, 250 words)

The Panchayat system in India stands as a cornerstone of local governance, playing a pivotal role in grassroots democracy and community development

Edukemy Team January 4, 2024

UPSC - Mains Solved Paper GS 2

How is the Finance Commission of India constituted? What do you know about the terms of reference of the recently constituted Finance Commission? Discuss. (15 marks, 250 words)

The Finance Commission of India, a constitutional body, plays a pivotal role in the fiscal federalism of the country by recommending the distribution of financial resources between the Union and the States

Edukemy Team January 4, 2024

UPSC - Mains Solved Paper GS 2

India and the USA are two large democracies. Examine the basic tenets on which the two political systems are based. (15 marks, 250 words)

India and the United States stand as two colossal democracies, each embodying distinct political landscapes shaped by their historical, cultural, and philosophical foundations.

Edukemy Team January 4, 2024

UPSC - Mains Solved Paper GS 2

How far do you agree with the view that tribunals curtail the jurisdiction of ordinary courts? In view of the above, discuss the constitutional validity and competency of the tribunals in India. (15 marks, 250 words)

The establishment and proliferation of tribunals in India have sparked a longstanding debate regarding their relationship with ordinary courts.

Edukemy Team January 4, 2024

UPSC - Mains Solved Paper GS 2

Whether the Supreme Court Judgement can settle the political tussle between the Lt. Governor and elected government of Delhi? Examine. (15 marks, 250 words)

The relationship between the Lt. Governor and the elected government of Delhi has been a constant source of contention, with a perpetual political tussle over the division of powers and responsibilities.

Edukemy Team January 4, 2024

UPSC - Mains Solved Paper GS 2

A number of outside powers have entrenched themselves in Central Asia, which is a zone of interest to India. Discuss the implications, in this context, of India’s joining the Ashgabat Agreement, 2018. (10 marks, 150 words)

India's strategic engagement with Central Asia has gained prominence as a multitude of external powers have established their presence in the region

Edukemy Team January 3, 2024

UPSC - Mains Solved Paper GS 2

“India’s relations with Israel have, of late, acquired a depth and diversity, which cannot be rolled back.” Discuss. (10 marks, 150 words)

In recent years, the diplomatic landscape has witnessed a transformative evolution in the relationship between India and Israel, marking a departure from historical norms.

Edukemy Team January 3, 2024