GS-2 [ Year- 2023 ]

Q1 While celebrating 75 years of the Indian Constitution there is discussion on "the woman in nine yard of saree who triggered First Amendment to the Constitution." Elucidate the case. SHOW ANSWER
Q2 What do you understand by cooperative federalism? Does it exist India? Discuss. SHOW ANSWER
Q3 Discuss the role, impact and challenges of pressure groups in democracy and governance. SHOW ANSWER
Q4 What are the similarities and differences between the Indian and the French Constitutions? SHOW ANSWER
Q5 What is due process of law? How it differs from procedure established by law? SHOW ANSWER
Q6 Write about e-Governance initiative of Odisha Government in respect of e-Shishu project. SHOW ANSWER
Q7 Explain the role status of women in Panchayati Raj Institutions in Odisha. Give suggestions to improve their role status. Also mention the recommendation of the Committee of Ministry of Panchayati Raj formed in 2023, in this regard. SHOW ANSWER
Q8 Odisha state continues to have unresolved border disputes with Andhra Pradesh. Comment. SHOW ANSWER
Q9 What is the importance of MSME in the economic development of India? What are the major challenges faced by the MSME sector? SHOW ANSWER
10 Discuss the role of the Finance Commission in Centre-State relations in India. SHOW ANSWER
11 Discuss the process and procedure for the appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner of India and its functions, in brief. SHOW ANSWER
12 On 7th May, 1997, the Supreme Court in its full Court meeting passed resolutions/guidelines on Judicial conduct and ethics. Discuss the resolutions/guidelines. SHOW ANSWER
13 "The Odisha Lokayukta is an institution for clean Governance." Discuss its jurisdiction and functions. SHOW ANSWER
14 Discuss the advisory role of Civil Servants in policy making and their accountability in service delivery. SHOW ANSWER
15 What is the meaning and scope of sustainable development? What are India's sustainable development goals? Explain. SHOW ANSWER
16 Analyze the powers and functions of a Governor of state in India. Is the role of Governor merely ceremonial? SHOW ANSWER
17 What do you understand by 'One Nation, One Election'? Discuss the steps taken by the Govt. of India in this regard. Give arguments in favour and against the arrangement. SHOW ANSWER