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4392 Previous Year Questions • 2016–2026 • Prelims, Mains, Essay, Optionals
Topic:[GS-II] Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections.26 PYQs
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Mains - GS-II
12 shown2026•Mains•GS-II•Q.1
Right to privacy relating to self-identity is very dear to every human being and well protected under Article 21 of the Constitution. In this context, examine the effect of the amendment in 2026, to the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019.
GS-II
2026•Mains•GS-II•Q.6
Does India's tribal development policy reflect the aspirations for a socially grounded and equity-based governance? Justify your answer.
Welfare Schemes
2023•Mains•GS-II•Q.2
Who are entitled to receive free legal aid? Assess the role of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) in rendering free legal aid in India.
GS-II
2023•Mains•GS-II•Q.17
Development and welfare schemes for the vulnerable, by its nature, are discriminatory in approach. Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.
Welfare
2022•Mains•GS-II•Q.7
The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 remains only a legal document without intense sensitisation of government functionaries and citizens regarding disability. Comment.
Social Justice
2021•Mains•GS-II•Q.8
Can the vicious cycle of gender inequality, poverty and malnutrition be broken through microfinancing of women SHGs? Explain with examples.
GS-II - Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International relations
2021•Mains•GS-II•Q.17
"Though women in post-Independent India have excelled in various fields, the social attitude towards women and feminist movement has been patriarchal." Apart from women education and women empowerment schemes, what interventions can help change this milieu?
GS-II
2019•Mains•GS-II•Q.18
Performance of welfare schemes that are implemented for vulnerable sections is not so effective due to absence of their awareness and active involvement at all stages of policy process. Discuss.
GS-II
2018•Mains•GS-II•Q.16
Multiplicity of various commissions for the vulnerable sections of the society leads to problems of overlapping jurisdiction and duplication of functions. Is it better to merge all commissions into an umbrella Human Rights Commission? Argue your case.
Polity
2017•Mains•GS-II•Q.7
Does the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 ensure effective mechanism for empowerment and inclusion of the intended beneficiaries in the society? Discuss.
Polity and Governance
2017•Mains•GS-II•Q.15
Is the National Commission for Women able to strategize and tackle the problems that women face at both public and private spheres? Give reasons in support of your answer.
Polity
2017•Mains•GS-II•Q.17
Poverty alleviation programmes in India remain mere showpieces until and unless they are backed up by political will. Discuss with reference to the performance of the major poverty alleviation programmes in India.
GS-II
Prelims - Paper 1 (GS)
6 shown2026•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.56
Which of the following statements with regard to the persons with disabilities in India is/are correct?
1
The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, an Act passed by the Parliament of India in 2018, mandates reservation in education and employment, places a legal duty on Governments to ensure accessibility and non-discrimination.
2
The Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan focuses on achieving universal accessibility for Persons with Disabilities across three key domains - built infrastructure, transport systems and information and communication technology.
3
The National Divyangjan Finance and Development Corporation (NDFDC) is a public sector organisation set up by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs as a not-for-profit company to promote entrepreneurship among Persons with Disabilities (PwDs).
Social Justice and Welfare
2024•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.100
With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan (PM-SYM) Yojana, consider the following statements:
1
The entry age group for enrolment in the scheme is 21 to 40 years.
2
Age specific contribution shall be made by the beneficiary.
3
Each subscriber under the scheme shall receive a minimum pension of ₹ 3,000 per month after attaining the age of 60 years.
4
Family pension is applicable to the spouse and unmarried daughters.
Pension Scheme
2021•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.2
With reference to casual workers employed in India, consider the following statements :
1
All casual workers are entitled for Employees Provident Fund coverage.
2
All casual workers are entitled for regular working hours and overtime payment.
3
The government can by a notification specify that an establishment or industry shall pay wages only through its bank account.
Social Justice
2020•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.9
In India, Legal Services Authorities provide free legal services to which of the following type of citizens?
Social Justice
2019•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.76
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017?
1
Pregnant women are entitled for three months pre-delivery and three months post-delivery paid leave.
2
Enterprises with creches must allow the mother minimum six creche visits daily.
3
Women with two children get reduced entitlements.
GS-II - Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.25
With reference to the provisions made under the National Food Security Act, 2013, consider the following statements :
1
The families coming under the category of 'below poverty line (BPL)' only are eligible to receive subsidised food grains.
2
The eldest woman in a household, of age 18 years or above, shall be the head of the household for the purpose of issuance of a ration card.
3
Pregnant women and lactating mothers are entitled to a 'take-home ration' of 1600 calories per day during pregnancy and for six months thereafter.
Food Security and Welfare Schemes
Mains - GS-I
2 shown2024•Mains•GS-I•Q.18
Despite comprehensive policies for equity and social justice, underprivileged sections are not yet getting the full benefits of affirmative action envisaged by the Constitution. Comment.
GS-II
2017•Mains•GS-I•Q.10
What are the two major legal initiatives by the State since Independence, addressing discrimination against Scheduled Tribes (STs)?
GS-I