Mains Practice Questions

Q. The decision to go without “Question Hour” during the Monsoon Session of Parliament has evoked serious concerns about the democratic functioning of the institution and erodes constitutional mandate of parliamentary oversight over executive action. Discuss. (250 words)

Q. Health outcomes are the result of an interaction of forces ranging from the level of expertise of health personnel to the civic sense of a population. Comment. (250 words)

Q. The US seeks to formalise ties with countries of the Indo-Pacific region similar to something like the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) with an aim to counter China. Discuss the prospects and challenges for India to become a regional power. (250 words)

Q. “Sub-categorisation of reserved classes in India is needed for more inclusive affirmative actions.” Discuss the statement in the light of the recent judgement of the Supreme Court. (250 words)

Q. “The poverty line in India may not permit a comfortable existence, but allows above subsistence existence”. Critically examine the concept of poverty line in India. (250 words)

Q. The government’s recent proposal to raise the legal age of marriage to 21 years for women is a step towards women empowerment. Critically analyse. (150 words)

Q. Discuss the challenges of Model Land Leasing Act, 2016. Also, suggest measures that can be taken to protect the interest of small and marginal farmers in India. (250 words)

Q. “India faces challenges in providing quality education to its children and the youth”. Discuss the importance of new education policy in the light of this statement. (250 words)

Q. “A governor should be discharging his/her duty in accordance with the spirit of the Constitution, not just be an agent of the centre”. Discuss the statement in the light of the role of governor in the Indian polity. (250 words)

Q. Social media freedom should not become an impediment in curbing the spread of hate speeches online. Comment. (250 words)

Q. “In the wake of recent Galwan Valley incidents, India needs a comprehensive strategy to solve the border issues with the neighbouring country". Discuss. (250 words)

Q. "Globalisation was already under significant threat from rising nationalism, the pandemic appears to have introduced additional fear and uncertainty among nations". Discuss. (250 words)

Q. Creation of a vibrant knowledge society can be ensured by higher quality education to all thereby making India a ‘Global knowledge Super Power’. Explain. (250 words)

Q. “Parliament is a deliberative assembly, and that the parliamentarian owes his constituents not his industry only, but his judgment” Explain this statement in the context of the Tenth Schedule to the Indian Constitution. (250 words)

Q. Making it legally binding to have a fair proportion of women in the elected bodies can ensure political empowerment of women in India. Comment. (250 words)

Q. The functional overlap between the organs of government undermines the principle of separation of power. Comment.(150 words)

Q. “Fundamental duties are not made enforceable by a writ of court like the fundamental rights, but they are fundamental to the well being of society and individuals.” Examine. (250 words)

Q. “India has made phenomenal progress in access and availability of health services, since independence”. Identify the bottlenecks in health service delivery and suggest solutions. (250 words) 

Q. Indian Constitution balances procedural norms and flexibility in adapting to changing needs of society. Discuss. (150 words)

Q. The Jurisdiction of the Supreme court under Article 142 supersedes the executive and the legislature. Discuss (150 words)

Q. “Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s founding statesman, was a great figure whose legacy transcended national boundaries”. Comment. (250 words)

Q. “Sedition law is a colonial relic and given its chilling effect on freedom of speech, the law must be repealed.” Discuss. (250 words)

Q. “The needs of migrants should be addressed through a concerted national policy.” In the light of the statement critically examine the utility of One Nation One Ration Card scheme. (250 words)

Q. “Recent geopolitical developments in India’s neighbourhood, requires a reset in India-Nepal relations.” Critically Analyse the statement in context of India-Nepal- China triangulation. (250 words).

Q. Discuss the importance of the Non-Alignment Movement in India’s foreign policy, in contemporary times. (250 words).

Q. Discuss the importance of public services reforms in ensuring good governance in India. (250 words)

Q. Discuss India's position in getting closer to permanent membership of UNSC.(250 words)

Q. Analyze the impact that the Covid-19 pandemic has had on the global oil sector. (250 words)

Q. “If the global community has to come out stronger in the face of any crisis, there is a need to establish a multilateral global order.” Critically examine. (250 words)

Q. Discuss the significance of the right to protest in a democracy. (150 words)