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UPSC Indian Polity GS- Paper (II) Syllabus
- Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure.
- Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein.
- Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions.
- Comparison of the Indian constitutional scheme with that of other countries.
- Parliament and State legislatures—structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges and issues arising out of these.
- Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary—Ministries and Departments of the Government; pressure groups and formal/informal associations and their role in the Polity.
- Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act.
Curriculum
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- Indian Constitution Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic StructureHere you will get the 07 Questions of Topic Mentioned Above (GS-II). Please upload your answer per answer pdf (max: 2 mb)7
- 1.1Discuss the possible factors that inhibit India from enacting for its citizens a uniform civil code as provided for in the Directive Principles of State Policy. (10 marks, 150 words)30 Days
- 1.2Examine the scope of Fundamental Rights in the light of the judgement(s) of the Supreme Court on Right to Privacy. (10 words, 150 marks)30 Days
- 1.3Under what circumstances can the Financial Emergency be proclaimed by the President of India? What consequences follow when such a declaration remains in force? (10 marks, 150 words)30 Days
- 1.4Discuss each adjective attached to the word ‘Republic’ in the ‘Preamble’. Are they defendable in the present circumstances? (10 marks, 150 words)30 Days
- 1.5‘Constitutional Morality’ is rooted in the Constitution itself and is founded on its essential facets. Explain the doctrine of ‘Constitutional Morality’ with the help of relevant judicial decisions. (10 marks, 150 words)30 Days
- 1.6” The Construction of India is a living instrument with capabilities of enormous dynamism. It is a constitution made for a progressive society”. Illustrate with special reference to the expanding horizons of the right to life and personal liberty. (15 marks, 250 words)30 Days
- 1.7The Indian Constitution has provisions for holding joint session of the two houses of the Parliament. Enumerate the occasions when this would normally happen and also the occasions when it cannot, with reasons thereof. (15 marks, 250 words)30 Days
- Functions and Responsibilities of the Union and the States, Issues and Challenges pertaining to the Federal Structure, Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels and Challenges thereinHere you will get the 05 Questions of Topic Mentioned Above (GS-II). Please upload your answer per answer pdf (max: 2 mb)5
- 2.1The concept of cooperative federalism has been increasingly emphasized in recent years. Highlight the drawbacks in the existing structure and the extent to which cooperative federalism would answer the shortcomings. (10 marks, 150 words)30 Days
- 2.2In absence of a well-educated and organized local level government system, ‘Panchayats’ and ‘Samitis’ have remained mainly political institutions and not effective instruments of governance. Critically discuss. (10 marks, 150 words)30 Days
- 2.3“The local self government system in India has not proved to be effective instrument of governance”. Critically examine the statement and give your views to improve the situation. (10 marks, 150 words)30 Days
- 2.4The jurisdiction of the Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI) regarding lodging an FIR and conducting probe within a particular state is being questioned by various States. However, the power of States to withhold consent to the CBI is not absolute. Explain with special reference to the federal character of India. (15 marks, 250 words)30 Days
- 2.5“While the national political parties in India favour centralisation, the regional parties are in favour of State autonomy.” Comment. (15 marks, 250 words)30 Days
- Separation of Powers Between Various Organs Dispute Redressal Mechanisms and InstitutionsHere you will get the 02 Questions of Topic Mentioned Above (GS-II). Please upload your answer per answer pdf (max: 2 mb)2
- 3.1Do you think that constitution of India does not accept principle of strict separation of powers rather it is based on the principle of ‘checks and balance’? Explain. (10 marks, 150 words)30 Days
- 3.2From the resolution of contentious issues regarding distribution of legislative powers by the courts, ‘Principle of Federal Supremacy’ and ‘Harmonious Construction’ have emerged. Explain. (10 marks, 150 words)30 Days
- Comparison of the Indian Constitutional Scheme with that of other CountriesHere you will get the 03 Questions of Topic Mentioned Above (GS-II). Please upload your answer per answer pdf (max: 2 mb)3
- 4.1What can France learn from the Indian Constitution’s approach to secularism? (10 marks, 150 words)30 Days
- 4.2The judicial systems in India and UK seem to be converging as well as diverging in the recent times. Highlight the key points of convergence and divergence between the two nations in terms of their judicial practices. (10 marks, 150 words)30 Days
- 4.3Analyse the distinguishing features of the notion of Equality in the Constitutions of the USA and India. (15 marks, 250 words)30 Days
- Parliament and State LegislaturesHere you will get the 04 Questions of Topic Mentioned Above (GS-II). Please upload your answer per answer pdf (max: 2 mb)4
- 5.1“Once a speaker, Always a speaker’! Do you think the 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. (10 marks, 150 words)120 Days
- 5.2Individual Parliamentarian’s role as the national lawmaker is on a decline, which in turn, has adversely impacted the quality of debates and their outcome. Discuss. (15 marks, 250 words)120 Days
- 5.3Rajya Sabha has been transformed from a ‘useless stepney tyre’ to the most useful supporting organ in past few decades. Highlight the factors as well as the areas in which this transformation could be visible. (15 marks, 250 words)120 Days
- 5.4Discuss the essential conditions for exercise of the legislative powers by Governor. Discuss the legality of re-promulgation of ordinances by the Governor without placing them before the Legislature. (15 marks, 250 words)120 Days
- Structure, Organization and Functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary—Ministries and Departments of the Government; Pressure Groups and Formal/Informal Associations and their Role in the PolityHere you will get the 05 Questions of Topic Mentioned Above (GS-II). Please upload your answer per answer pdf (max: 2 mb)5
- 6.1Simultaneous election to the Lok Sabha and the State Assemblies will limit the amount of time and money spent in electioneering but it will reduce the government’s accountability to the people’ Discuss. (10 marks, 150 words)30 Days
- 6.2“The Indian party system is passing through a phase of transition which looks to be full of contradictions and paradoxes.” Discuss. (10 marks, 150 words)30 Days
- 6.3How far do you agree with the view that tribunals curtail the jurisdiction of ordinary courts? In view of the above, discuss the constitutional validity and competency of the tribunals in India. (15 marks, 250 words)30 Days
- 6.4Judicial 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. (15 marks, 250 words)30 Days
- 6.5Discuss the contribution of civil society groups for women’s effective and meaningful participation and representation in state legislatures in India. (15 marks, 250 words)30 Days
- Salient Features of the Representation of People’s ActHere you will get the 03 Questions of Topic Mentioned Above (GS-II). Please upload your answer per answer pdf (max: 2 mb)3
- 7.1“There is a need for simplification of procedure for disqualification of persons found guilty of corrupt practices under the Representation of peoples Act” Comment. (10 marks, 150 words)30 Days
- 7.2On what grounds a people’s representative can be disqualified under the Representation of People Act, 1951? Also mention the remedies available to such person against his disqualification. (15 mark, 250 words)30 Days
- 7.3Discuss the role of the Election Commission of India in the light of the evolution of the Model Code of Conduct. (15 marks, 250 words)30 Days
