Discuss the possible factors that inhibit India from enacting for its citizens a uniform civil code as provided for in the Directive Principles of State Policy.
Show answerThe concept of cooperative federalism has been increasingly emphasized in recent years. Highlight the drawbacks in the existing structure and extent to which cooperative federalism would answer the shortcomings.
Show answerIn the absence of well-educated and organized local level government system, ‘Panchayats’ and ‘Samitis’ have remained mainly political institutions and not effective instruments of governance. Critically discuss.
Show answerKhap Panchayats have been in the news for functioning as extra-constitutional authorities, often delivering pronouncements amounting to human rights violations. Discuss critically the actions taken by the legislative, Executive and judiciary to set the things right in this regard.
Show answerResorting to Ordinances has always raised concern on violation of the spirit of separation of powers doctrine. While noting the rationales justifying the power to promulgate Ordinances, analyze whether the decisions of the Supreme Court on the issue have further facilitated to resorting to this power. Should the power to promulgate the Ordinances be repealed?
Show answerWhat are the major changes brought in the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1966 through the recent Ordinance promulgated by the President? How far will it improve India’s dispute resolution mechanism? Discuss.
Show answerDoes the right to clean environment entail legal regulations on burning crackers during Diwali? Discuss in the light of Article 21 of Indian Constitution and judgement(s) of the Apex Court in this regard.
Show answerExamine critically the recent changes in the rules governing foreign funding of NGOs under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 1976.
Show answerThe Self-Help Group (SHG) Bank Linkage Program (SBLP), which is India’s own innovation, has proved to be one of the most effective poverty alleviation and women empowerment programmes. Elucidate.
Show answerHow can the role of NGOs be strengthened in India for development works relating to protection of the environment? Discuss throwing light on the major constraints.
Show answerThe quality of higher education in India requires major improvements to make it internationally competitive. Do you think that the entry of foreign educational institutions would help improve the quality of higher and technical education in the country? Discuss.
Show answerPublic health system has limitations in providing universal health coverage. Do you think that the private sector can help in bridging the gap? What other viable alternatives would you suggest?
Show answerThough there have been several different estimates of poverty in India, all indicate reduction in poverty levels over time. Do you agree? Critically examine with reference to urban and rural poverty indicators.
Show answerIn the light of Satyam Scandal (2009), discuss the changes brought in corporate governance to ensure transparency, accountability.
Show answer“If an amendment bill to the Whistleblowers Act, 2011 tabled in the Parliament is passed, there may be no one left to protect”. Critically Evaluate.
Show answer“For achieving the desired objectives, it is necessary to ensure that the regulatory institutions remain independent and autonomous”. Discuss in the light of the experiences in the recent past.
Show answerIncreasing interest of India in Africa has its pros and cons. Critically examine.
Show answerDiscuss the impediments India is facing in its pursuit of a permanent seat in the UN Security Council.
Show answerProject ‘Mausam’ is considered a unique foreign policy initiative of the Indian Government to improve relationships with its neighbours. Does the project have a strategic dimension? Discuss.
Show answerTerrorist activities and mutual distrust have clouded India -Pakistan relations. To what extent the use of soft power like sports and cultural exchanges could help generate goodwill between the two countries? Discuss with suitable examples.
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