Mains Marathon

Day 20: “Digital India is not merely a technological mission; it is a governance transformation agenda.” Examine the extent to which Digital India has enhanced transparency, efficiency, and inclusiveness in public service delivery. (250 words)

Day 20: “Good governance is not just about rule-based administration but also about rights-based service delivery.” Discuss in light of the objectives and limitations of Citizens’ Charters in India. (150 words)

Day 20: “Empowering women through SHGs is not just an economic intervention, but a social revolution.” Examine the role of SHGs in women-led development and social transformation. (150 words)

Day 19: “Centrally Sponsored Schemes(CSSs) act as bridges between national priorities and state-level execution.” How can reforming the structure and monitoring of CSSs strengthen cooperative federalism and promote outcome-based governance in India? (250 Words)

Day 19: “The Jan Suraksha Schemes reflect India’s financial inclusion drive.” Discuss how banks, insurers, and post offices enhance their reach, build trust, and ensure enrollment through collaboration and public awareness. (250 Words)

Day 19: Ayushman Bharat Yojana is a vital step towards universal healthcare. Discuss the implications of extending this scheme to elderly citizens, focusing on accessibility, affordability, and sustainability in the context of India's aging population. (150 Words)

Day 19: Welfare schemes are vital for addressing socio-economic disparities in India, but face implementation challenges. Discuss these challenges and suggest measures that can address this inadequacy to enhance the effectiveness of welfare programs. (150 Words)

Day 18: Essay Topics

Day 17: “The balance between political accountability and bureaucratic autonomy is essential for effective governance.” Discuss this statement in the context of recent debates on lateral entry, performance evaluation, and tenure security in the Indian civil services.(250 words)

Day 17: “An independent Election Commission is the guardian of political fairness, not just a logistical body.” In the light of recent developments, assess the institutional challenges facing the ECI in ensuring electoral integrity.(250 words)

Day 17: “The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) bridges the gap between public expenditure and legislative scrutiny.” Evaluate its effectiveness in maintaining democratic accountability.(150 words)

Day 17: “The problem with the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is not lack of purpose but lack of teeth.”Critically examine.(150 words)

Day 16: "The Collegium system is good in principle but opaque in practice." Critically assess the need for reforming the judicial appointments process while ensuring judicial independence. (250 words)

Day 16: “Free and fair elections are the bedrock of a democratic polity, yet the electoral process in India remains vulnerable to opacity and influence.” Examine the need for comprehensive electoral reforms in light of recent controversies. (250 words)

Day 16: "Parliament debates, but committees deliberate." Examine the contribution of the committee system to India's legislative process. (150 words)