General Studies 2 - Page 2 of 18

Critically analyse India’s evolving diplomatic, economic and strategic relations with the Central Asian Republics (CARs) highlighting their increasing significance in regional and global geopolitics. (150 words)

India’s engagement with the Central Asian Republics (CARs) – Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan – has evolved, focusing on energy security, trade, and geopolitical…

The West is fostering India as an alternative to reduce dependence on China’s supply chain and as a strategic ally to counter China’s political and economic dominance.” Explain this statement with examples. (150 words)

Amid rising geopolitical tensions and China’s dominance in global trade, the West is promoting India as a strategic partner to diversify supply chains and counterbalance…

The Doctrine of Democratic Governance makes it necessary that the public perception of the integrity and commitment of civil servants becomes absolutely positive. Discuss. (150 words)

The Doctrine of Democratic Governance requires civil servants to be perceived as honest and dedicated, ensuring effective governance and public trust in democracy. Importance of…

Poverty and malnutrition create a vicious cycle, adversely affecting human capital formation. What steps can be taken to break the cycle ? (150 words)

Poverty and malnutrition are interlinked, leading to poor health, low productivity, and reduced learning, which hinder human capital formation and perpetuate the poverty cycle. Steps…

Public charitable trusts have the potential to make India’s development more inclusive as they relate to certain vital public issues. Comment. (150 words)

Public charitable trusts play a crucial role in addressing social and economic inequalities by funding initiatives in education, healthcare, skill development, and social welfare, contributing…

The duty of the Comptroller and Auditor General is not merely to ensure the legality of expenditure but also its propriety.” Comment. (150 words)

The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, as per Article 148 of the Constitution, ensures financial accountability of the government. CAG’s duty extends beyond…

The growth of cabinet system has practically resulted in the marginalisation of the parliamentary supremacy” Elucidate. (150 words)

The Cabinet system in India, a legacy of the British parliamentary model, has evolved to concentrate power in the hands of a few ministers. This…

Explain and distinguish between Lok Adalats and Arbitration Tribunals. Whether they entertain civil as well as criminal cases? (150 words)

Lok Adalats and Arbitration Tribunals are alternate dispute resolution mechanisms in India aimed at reducing the burden on regular courts. They differ in their composition,…