GII: Parliament, Judiciary, Executive, Constitutional Bodies   Q1. The discretionary powers of the Governor, though constitutionally limited, are increasingly becoming a tool of political manipulation. Discuss ( Answer in 150 words  10 Marker)   Q2. India’s Parliament is increasingly making more noise than laws. Critically examine ( Answer in 150 words  10 Marker)   Q3. Purifying the electoral roll […]

Resorting to ordinances has always raised concern on violation of the spirit of separation of power doctrine. While noting the rationales justifying the power to promulgate, analyse whether the decision of the Supreme Court on the issue have further facilitated to resorting to this power. Should the power to promulgate the ordinances be repealed? (

How do the constitutional structures of India and France reflect their differing approaches to federalism and executive power? ( Answer in 150 words  10 Marker)

Many States Governments further bifurcate geographical administrative areas like Districts and Talukas for better governance. In light of the above, can it also be justified that more number of smaller States would bring in effective governance at State level? Discuss. ( UPSC 2013 ) ( Answer in 150 words  10 Marker)

GSII: Federalism, Devolution, Separation of Powers   GS1: Many States Governments further bifurcate geographical administrative areas like Districts and Talukas for better governance. In light of the above, can it also be justified that more number of smaller States would bring in effective governance at State level? Discuss. ( UPSC 2013 ) ( Answer in 150 words 

Amid rising judicial pendency, Lok Adalats offer a grassroots alternative for timely and inclusive justice. Critically examine. ( Answer in 150 words  10 Marker)

Judicial activism strengthens democracy, but crossing limits can weaken it.” Discuss ( Answer in 150 words  10 Marker)

Germany’s constitutional response to authoritarianism shaped a system of strong safeguards, while India’s design focused on unity amidst diversity. Examine. ( Answer in 250 words  15 Marker)

GSII: Federalism, Devolution, Separation of Powers   GS1: Judicial activism strengthens democracy, but crossing limits can weaken it.” Discuss ( Answer in 150 words  10 Marker)   GS2: Amid rising judicial pendency, Lok Adalats offer a grassroots alternative for timely and inclusive justice. Critically examine. ( Answer in 150 words  10 Marker)   GS3: Germany’s constitutional response to authoritarianism

Delimitation may be a constitutional exercise, but its political consequences could reshape the balance of Centre-State relations.  Examine in light of recent concerns raised by southern states. ( Answer in 250 words  15 Marker)