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4392 Previous Year Questions • 2016–2026 • Prelims, Mains, Essay, Optionals

Mains - GS-I

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Mains - GS-II

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2020MainsGS-IIQ.1
There is a need for simplification of procedure for disqualification of persons found guilty of corrupt practices under the Representation of Peoples Act. Comment.
Electoral Politics and Representation
2020MainsGS-IIQ.2
Recent amendments to the Right to Information Act will have profound impact on the autonomy and independence of the Information Commission. Discuss.
Transparency and Accountability
2020MainsGS-IIQ.3
How far do you think cooperation, competition and confrontation have shaped the nature of federation in India? Cite some recent examples to validate your answer.
Federalism
2020MainsGS-IIQ.4
The judicial systems in India and UK seem to be converging as well as diverging in recent times. Highlight the key points of convergence and divergence between the two nations in terms of their judicial practices.
GS-II
2020MainsGS-IIQ.5
'Once a Speaker, Always a Speaker'! Do you think this practice should be adopted to impart objectivity to the office of the Speaker of Lok Sabha? What could be its implications for the robust functioning of parliamentary business in India?
GS-II
2020MainsGS-IIQ.6
In order to enhance the prospects of social development, sound and adequate health care policies are needed particularly in the fields of geriatric and maternal health care. Discuss.
GS-II
2020MainsGS-IIQ.7
"Institutional quality is a crucial driver of economic performance". In this context suggest reforms in Civil Service for strengthening democracy.
GS-II
2020MainsGS-IIQ.8
"The emergence of Fourth Industrial Revolution (Digital Revolution) has initiated e-Governance as an integral part of government". Discuss.
GS-II
2020MainsGS-IIQ.9
Critically examine the role of WHO in providing global health security during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Polity
2020MainsGS-IIQ.10
'Indian diaspora has a decisive role to play in the politics and economy of America and European Countries'. Comment with examples.
Polity
2020MainsGS-IIQ.11
Indian Constitution exhibits centralising tendencies to maintain unity and integrity of the nation. Elucidate in the perspective of the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897; The Disaster Management Act, 2005 and recently passed Farm Acts.
Polity
2020MainsGS-IIQ.12
Judicial Legislation is antithetical to the doctrine of separation of powers as envisaged in the Indian Constitution. In this context justify the filing of large number of public interest petitions praying for issuing guidelines to executive authorities.
Polity