“Institutional quality is a crucial driver of economic performance.” In this context, suggest reforms in Civil Service for strengthening democracy.

In order to enhance the prospects of social development, sound and adequate health care policies are needed particularly in the fields of geriatric and maternal health care. Discuss.

“Once a Speaker, Always a Speaker”! Do you think the practice should be adopted to impart objectivity to the office of the Speaker of Lok Sabha? What could be its implications for the robust functioning of parliamentary business in India?

The judicial systems in India and UK seem to be converging as well as diverging in recent times. Highlight the key points of convergence and divergence between the two nations in terms of their judicial practices.

How far do you think cooperation, competition and confrontation have shaped the nature of federation in India? Cite some recent examples to validate your answer.

“Recent amendments to the Right to Information Act will have profound impact on the autonomy and independence of the Information Commission.” Discuss.

“There is a need for simplification of procedure for disqualification of persons found guilty of corrupt practices under the Representation of the People Act.” Comment.

Discuss the importance of access to justice, due process of law and personal liberty in strengthening judicial oversight and criminal justice reforms in India.

Discuss the challenges posed by cross-border smuggling to India's economic security. Suggest measures to strengthen enforcement and prevent illegal trade.

Discuss the major causes of urban air pollution in India, its impact on public health, and the role of pollution control measures and environmental governance. How can sustainable urbanisation help address this challenge?

भारत के तटीय क्षेत्रों में उष्णकटिबंधीय चक्रवातों के प्रभाव को कम करने में पूर्व चेतावनी प्रणाली और आपदा तैयारी की भूमिका पर चर्चा कीजिए।

“वैज्ञानिक विरासत वैज्ञानिक दृष्टिकोण को बढ़ावा देने और भावी पीढ़ियों को प्रेरित करने में महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाती है।” अंतरिक्ष अन्वेषण से जुड़े ऐतिहासिक स्थलों के संरक्षण के संदर्भ में चर्चा कीजिए। 

How have digital initiatives in India contributed to the functioning of the education system in the country? Elaborate your answer.

Customs and traditions suppress reason leading to obscurantism. Do you agree?

Is diversity and pluralism in India under threat due to globalisation? Justify your answer.

Examine the status of forest resources of India and its resultant impact on climate change.

India has immense potential of solar energy though there are regional variations in its developments. Elaborate.

Account for the huge flooding of million cities in India including the smart ones like Hyderabad and Pune. Suggest lasting remedial measures.

“Examine the role of trade unions and collective bargaining in protecting workers’ rights while maintaining industrial peace.”

The interlinking of revivers can provide viable solutions to the multi-dimensional inter-related problems of droughts, floods and interrupted navigation. Critically examine.