2013 · GS 2 · 10 marks
Fundamental Rights
Discuss Section 66A of IT Act, with reference to its alleged violation of Article 19 of the Constitution.
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2013 · GS 2 · 10 marks
International Funding Agencies
The World Bank and the IMF, collectively known as the Bretton Woods Institutions, are the two inter-governmental pillars supporting the structure of the world’s economic and financial order. Superficially, the World Bank and the IMF exhibit many common characteristics, yet their role, functions and mandate are distinctly different. Elucidate.
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Geo-politics affecting India’s Interest
What do you understand by ‘The String of Pearls’? How does it impact India? Briefly outline the steps taken by India to counter this.
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Constitutional Bodies
Discuss the recommendations of the 13th Finance Commission which have been a departure from the previous commissions for strengthening the local government finances.
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Statutory Bodies
‘A national Lokpal, however strong it may be, cannot resolve the problems of immorality in public affairs’. Discuss.
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Sectoral Regulatory Bodies
The product diversification of financial institutions and insurance companies, resulting in overlapping of products and services strengthens the case for the merger of the two regulatory agencies, namely SEBI and IRDA. Justify.
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SHGs
The legitimacy and accountability of Self Help Groups (SHGs) and their patrons, the micro-finance outfits, need systematic assessment and scrutiny for the sustained success of the concept. Discuss.
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Government Schemes and Policies
The basis of providing urban amenities in rural areas (PURA) is rooted in establishing connectivity. Comment.
Read question →2013 · GS 2 · 10 marks
Neighbourhood
Discuss the political developments in Maldives in the last two years. Should they be of any cause of concern to India?
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Judiciary Vs Legislature
The Supreme Court of India keeps a check on arbitrary power of the Parliament in amending the Constitution. Discuss critically.
Read question →2013 · GS 2 · 10 marks
Efficacy of Welfare and Development Schemes
The Central Government frequently complains on the poor performance of the State Governments in eradicating suffering of the vulnerable sections of the society. Restructuring of Centrally sponsored schemes across the sectors for ameliorating the cause of vulnerable sections of population aims at providing flexibility to the States in better implementation. Critically evaluate.
Read question →2013 · GS 2 · 10 marks
Pressure Groups
Pressure group politics is sometimes seen as the informal face of politics. With regards to the above, assess the structure and functioning of pressure groups in India.
Read question →2013 · GS 2 · 10 marks
Bilateral Relations
Economic ties between India and Japan, while growing in recent years, are still far below their potential. Elucidate the policy constraints which are inhibiting this growth.
Read question →2013 · GS 3 · 10 marks
Corporate Social Responsibilty
With a consideration towards the strategy of inclusive growth, the new Companies Bill, 2013 has indirectly made CSR a mandatory obligation. Discuss the challenges expected in its implementation in right earnest. Also discuss other provisions in the Bill and their implications
Read question →2013 · GS 3 · 10 marks
Digital Media and Security Threats
What are social networking site and what security implications do these sites present?
Read question →2013 · GS 3 · 5 marks
FDI
Though India allowed foreign direct investment (FDI) in what is called multi brand retail through joint venture route in September 2012, the FDI even after a year, has not picket up. Discuss the reasons.
Read question →2013 · GS 3 · 10 marks
Cyber security
Cyber warfare is considered by some defense analysts to be a larger threat than even Al Qaeda or terrorism. What do you understand by Cyber warfare? Outline the cyber threats which India is vulnerable to and bring out the state of the country’s preparedness to deal with the same.
Read question →2013 · GS 3 · 10 marks
Intellectual Property Rights
Bring out the circumstances in 2005 which forced amendment to section 3(d) in the Indian Patent Law, 1970. Discuss how it has been utilized by Supreme court in its judgment rejecting Novartis patent application for “Glivec”. Discuss briefly the pros and cons of the decision.
Read question →2013 · GS 3 · 10 marks
Money-laundering and Prevention
Money laundering poses a serious threat to country’s economic sovereignty. What is its significance for India and what steps are required to be taken to control this menace?
Read question →2013 · GS 3 · 10 marks
Agriculture Subsidy
What are the different types of agriculture subsidies given to farmers at the national and state levels? Critically analyze the agriculture subsidy regime with the reference to the distortions created by it.
Read question →2013 · GS 3 · 10 marks
Border Area Management
How far are India’s internal security challenges linked with border management, particularly in view of the long porous borders with most countries of South Asia and Myanmar?
Read question →2013 · GS 3 · 10 marks
Mining and Erosion
What are the consequences of illegal mining? Discuss the ministry of environment and forests’ concept of “GO AND NO GO” zones for coal mining.
Read question →2013 · GS 3 · 5 marks
Innovative Technologies
What is digital signature? What does its authentication mean? Giver various salient built in features of a digital signature.
Read question →2013 · GS 3 · 10 marks
PPP X Infrastructure
Adaptation of PPP model for infrastructure development of the country has not been free from criticism. Critically discuss the pros and cons of the model.
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