General Studies 2 - IAS EXPRESS

Discuss the geopolitical and geostrategic importance of Maldives for India with a focus on global trade and energy flows. Further also discuss how this relationship affects India’s maritime security and regional stability amidst international competition? (250 words)

The Maldives, located in the Indian Ocean, is geopolitically and geostrategically crucial for India, particularly regarding global trade and energy flows. Its proximity to major…

Terrorism has become a significant threat to global peace and security.’ Evaluate the effectiveness of the United Nations Security Council’s Counter Terrorism Committee (CTC) and its associated bodies in addressing and mitigating this threat at the international level. (250 words)

Terrorism poses a grave threat to global peace and security, affecting nations across borders. The United Nations Security Council’s Counter Terrorism Committee (CTC), established in…

e-governance is not just about the routine application of digital technology in service delivery process. It is as much about multifarious interactions for ensuring transparency and accountability. In this context evaluate the role of the ‘Interactive Service Model’ of e-governance. (250 words)

E-governance transcends mere digital service delivery by fostering transparency, accountability, and citizen engagement. The ‘Interactive Service Model’ of e-governance plays a pivotal role in establishing…

The Citizens’ charter has been a landmark initiative in ensuring citizen-centric administration. But it is yet to reach its full potential. Identify the factors hindering the realisation of its promise and suggest measures to overcome them. (250 words)

The Citizens’ Charter, introduced in India in 1997, aims to enhance citizen-centric governance by promoting transparency, accountability, and responsiveness in public services. However, despite its…

Discuss India as a secular state and compare with the secular principles of the US constitution. (250 words)

India is a secular state, as stated in the Preamble and guaranteed by its Constitution, where all religions are treated equally. In contrast, the U.S.…

Explain the reasons for the growth of public interest litigation in India. As a result of it, has the Indian Supreme Court emerged as the world’s most powerful judiciary? (250 words)

Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in India has grown significantly since the 1980s, enabling the judiciary to protect the rights of marginalized groups and enhance social…

What changes has the Union Government recently introduced in the domain of Centre-State relations? Suggest measures to be adopted to build the trust between the Centre and the States and for strengthening federalism. (250 words)

The Union Government has introduced various changes in Centre-State relations to enhance cooperation and promote balanced federalism. Recent reforms aim to address economic, administrative, and…

Right to privacy is intrinsic to life and personal liberty and is inherently protected under Article 21 of the constitution. Explain. In this reference, discuss the law relating to D.N.A. testing of child in the womb to establish its paternity. (250 words)

The right to privacy in India is a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution, as affirmed by the Supreme Court in the landmark Justice…