Recent directives from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas are perceived by the `Nagas’ as a threat to override the exceptional status enjoyed by the State. Discuss in light of Article 371A of the Indian Constitution. (200 words, 10 marks)
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Recent directives from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas are perceived by the `Nagas’ as a threat to override the exceptional status enjoyed by the State. Discuss in light of Article 371A of the Indian Constitution. (200 words, 10 marks)

Article 371A of the Indian Constitution grants special provisions to the state of Nagaland, safeguarding its cultural and customary practices, land ownership, and resource management
The role of individual MPs (Members of Parliament) has diminished over the years and as a result healthy constructive debates on policy issues are not usually witnessed. How far can this be attributed to the anti-defection law which was legislated but with a different intention? (200 words, 10 marks)
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The role of individual MPs (Members of Parliament) has diminished over the years and as a result healthy constructive debates on policy issues are not usually witnessed. How far can this be attributed to the anti-defection law which was legislated but with a different intention? (200 words, 10 marks)

Over the years, the role of individual Members of Parliament (MPs) has experienced a gradual diminishment, leading to a decline in the frequency of healthy and constructive debates on policy issues within legislative bodies.
It is said that India has substantial reserves of shale oil and gas, which can feed the needs of the country for a quarter century. However, tapping of the resources doesn’t appear to be high on the agenda. Discuss critically the availability and issues involved. 10 marks-200 words.
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It is said that India has substantial reserves of shale oil and gas, which can feed the needs of the country for a quarter century. However, tapping of the resources doesn’t appear to be high on the agenda. Discuss critically the availability and issues involved. 10 marks-200 words.

India is purportedly endowed with significant reserves of shale oil and gas, a potential resource capable of sustaining the nation's energy demands for a quarter-century.