Mains Practice Questions

Q. Transparency is the cornerstone of democracy, but without accountability, it risks becoming ornamental. Critically evaluate the effectiveness of the Right to Information Act, 2005, in promoting transparency, accountability, and participatory governance in India. (150 words)

Q. Examine the key factors driving women’s empowerment in India and analyse the major barriers that continue to impede its full realization. (150 words)

Q. "South-South and Triangular Cooperation (SSTC) aims to promote knowledge sharing and sustainable development among developing countries." Examine India’s role in SSTC and its impact on global development partnerships. (250 words)

Q. Criminal defamation in India often conflicts with the right to freedom of speech. Critically examine the need to decriminalize defamation and suggest reforms to balance free speech and protection of reputation. (150 words)

Q. Ladakh’s demand for Sixth Schedule inclusion tests the balance between national integration and regional autonomy. Critically examine the need and challenges in granting Sixth Schedule protections to this strategically sensitive Union Territory. (250 words)

Q. Inclusion of transgender persons tests the resilience of India’s equality framework. Discuss the obstacles and policy interventions required to ensure their full participation in society. (150 words)

Q.The Saudi-Pakistan Mutual Defence Pact marks a potential reconfiguration of regional security dynamics. Critically analyse its implications for India’s strategic calculus. (250 words)

Q.“Environmental pressure groups are often seen as catalysts of participatory democracy.”
To what extent have they succeeded in reconciling development imperatives with ecological sustainability in India? (150 words)

Q.“Administrative tribunals are an essential adjunct to the justice delivery system in India.”Examine the rationale of the recent tribunal reforms and their impact on speedy justice. (250 words)

Q.“Energy security is not just an economic necessity but also a geopolitical lever.” How should India recalibrate its energy diplomacy in the era of great power rivalry? (150 words)

Q. “Social justice demands not charity, but accessibility and dignity.” Evaluate India’s efforts to empower persons with disabilities in light of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016. (150 words)

Q. How far has BRICS succeeded as a collective voice of the Global South? Suggest ways in which India can strengthen its engagement with the grouping without undermining its core interests. (250 words)

Q. “Trade tariffs have evolved from economic shields into geopolitical weapons, reshaping alliances and rivalries in the 21st century.” Examine in the Indian context. (250 words)

Q. “Federalism in India is not a fixed arrangement but a continuous negotiation between Union and States.” Examine this statement with reference to recent fiscal and political developments. (250 words)

Q. The India-Africa partnership seeks to balance historical solidarity with contemporary demands of digital, trade, and climate cooperation. Examine the opportunities and challenges in institutionalising this balance. (250 words)

Q. “As the chief legal advisor to the Union, the Attorney General of India safeguards the government’s adherence to law.” Critically examine the constitutional status, powers, and limitations of this office. (150 words)

Q."Judicial independence and judicial accountability are two sides of the same coin." Analyse the challenges in maintaining this balance in India. (150 words)

Q. "Strategic autonomy is no longer about non-alignment but about multi-alignment." Discuss how India can champion the Global South agenda while deepening cooperation with Western nations. (250 words)

Q. “The shadow of untouchability still lingers in the alleys of progress.”Analyze the challenges in enforcing laws against manual scavenging and evaluate the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs. (250 words)

Q. Examine the constitutional role of the Vice President of India. Assess how effectively this office contributes to upholding and promoting federalism in the Indian political system. (150 words)

Q. “Small alliances, like silent anchors, stabilize regional multipolarity.” Examine India–EFTA ties through the lens of strategic balancing in a multipolar world. (250 words)

Q. Critically assess the constitutional validity and contemporary relevance of inserting 'Socialist' and 'Secular' into the Preamble through the 42nd Amendment. (150 words)

Q. While India ranks high in consumption equality, it continues to witness deepening wealth concentration. Analyse the disconnect between economic expansion and distributive justice in India. What policy measures are needed to bridge this gap? (250 words)

Q. “Declining legislative productivity reflects a deeper crisis in parliamentary democracy and national consensus.” Examine with reference to recent parliamentary sessions in India. (150 words)

Q. "The Vice President’s role as Rajya Sabha Chairperson is central to the spirit of bicameralism." Discuss the constitutional and practical significance of this role in ensuring federal balance. (250 words)

Q. "The Indo-Pacific is not just a geographic space but a strategic vision." Analyze India’s Indo-Pacific strategy in the backdrop of China’s assertiveness and evolving regional alliances. (250 words)

Q. "The concept of social justice in India is intertwined with the principles of equality, affirmative action, and social empowerment." Discuss how the Constitution of India addresses social justice, particularly for marginalized communities. (250 words)

Q. "The promise of democratic decentralization, envisioned through the constitutional amendments, remains far from fully realized due to various constraints." Discuss. (250 words)

Q. How effective are the policies aimed at ensuring social justice for differently-abled persons in India? Discuss the gaps that still exist in the implementation of these policies. (250 words)

Q. Discuss the challenges in maintaining judicial independence while ensuring judicial accountability in India. To what extent do the existing mechanisms address this tension? (250 words)