GS-2 [ Year: 2024 ]
Q1
Discuss the nature and problems of coalition Governments in India. Analyse the challenges of coalition politics in Indian federal system.
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Q2
"Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Electoral rolls is a strategic exercise by the Election Commission of India." Examine this
statement in the context of its significance and challenges.
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Q3
What is Presidential Reference? What are its nature and objectives? Discuss the views of the Supreme Court on recent Presidential
Reference.
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Q4
"The Government of India's initiative is to democratise the training process and address the issues in existing civil service system." Discuss this statement in the light of Karmayogi Mission.
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Q5
"Environmental justice in India is feasible through the National Green Tribunal." Examine this statement in the framework of National Green Tribunal Act.
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Q6
What structural challenges are required to be addressed to achieve Viksit Odisha for Viksit Bharat as per the vision document of the
Government?
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Q7
"The role of Finance Commission in upholding Fiscal Federalism is important." Critically analyse. Discuss briefly the terms of reference
of 16th Finance Commission.
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Q8
"Constitutional morality is not a natural sentiment. It has to be cultivated." What is constitutional morality vis-a-vis the social morality in the Indian context? Discuss its scope and purpose. Discuss a few landmark judgements of the Supreme Court on constitutional morality.
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Q9
Why is the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) considered vital for ensuring an effective governance? What are the constitutional safeguards the CAG enjoys?
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Q10
What has been the development index of women in Odisha? What have been the most successful schemes implemented in the recent years for the welfare of women in the State?
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Q11
Discuss the causes and consequences of bonded labour in Odisha. Discuss the steps taken by the Odisha Government in tackling the
problem. What are the bottlenecks in implementation?
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Q12
Discuss the structure and function of the State Election Commission. Suggest measures for its reform.
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Q13
Explain the relevant constitutional provisions which underline the strong-centre framework adopted by the Constituent Assembly.
Which were the factors which led the Assembly members to have such a federal design?
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Q14
Why is a Democratic Government called a limited and responsible Government? Explain the doctrine of checks and balances while
mentioning the relevant constitutional provisions as applicable to India's constitutional democracy.
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Q15
Discuss the challenges Panchayati Raj Institutions continue to face in India despite the implementation of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment. With special reference to Gram Panchayats in Odisha. Suggest doable reforms in both general terms and in the specific context of Odisha.
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Q16
Examine the significance of Cash Transfer Schemes in India. Bring out its positive and negative effects.
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Q17
"Despite many e-governance practices, digital exclusion is a reality depriving many from the fruits of governance." Explain the causes and consequences of digital execution and people affected by it. What remedial measures are required to address the problem?
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