Gargi Jain
AIR 45 · CSE 2014
| Paper | Source | Questions | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|
| GS1 | VisionIAS | 12 | source PDF |
Optional subject copies
| Subject | Source | Marks | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy | VisionIAS | — | Open copy |
| Philosophy | VisionIAS | — | Open copy |
Sample questions answered
- Though Indian Constitution provides the essential features of a federation, it differs from the typical federal systems of the world in certain fundamental respects. Elaborate. GS1
- While judiciary has been seen as a harbinger of promoting transparency and accountability in governmental functions, it needs to promote the same regarding its own functioning. Comment w.r.t the need for judicial reforms in India. GS1
- The Prime Minister of India has acquired such eminence and power that observers now prefer to call the political system as Prime Ministerial Government rather than parliamentary or cabinet government. Critically analyze with reference to the present government. GS1
- Although meant to function as watchdogs, human rights institutions in India are treated as subordinate departments with scant regard for their autonomy or statutory character. Analyze. GS1
- "HDR 2014 has introduced a gender development index (GDI) for the first time. India ranks low at 127th place in GDI." Discuss the various causes for gender development disparity in India. Also mention the steps taken by the government in reducing this disparity. GS1
- A healthy working relationship between Ministers and civil servants is critical for good governance in a democracy, yet civil service must remain free from political considerations. Comment. GS1
- "The chariot of inclusive growth would run on two wheels-one of economic reforms to jack up the GDP growth, the other would be the reform of grassroots governance". What reforms are needed to improve grassroots governance institutions & to what extent can they become critical instruments for furthering the ideals of social, political & economic justice. GS1
- What institutional and procedural reforms are needed for regulating the introduction of high risk technologies like Nuclear energy and GMO in a democratic framework? GS1