Besides the welfare schemes, India needs deft management of inflation and unemployment to serve the poor and the underprivileged sections of society. Discuss.

Discuss the role of the Election Commission of India in the light of the evolution of the Model Code of Conduct.

Critically examine the procedures through which the Presidents of India and France are elected.

"While the national political parties in India favour centralisation, the regional parties are in favour of State autonomy." Comment.

Discuss the essential conditions for exercise of the legislative powers by the Governor. Discuss the legality of re-promulgation of ordinances by the Governor without placing them before the Legislature.

Discuss the procedures to decide the disputes arising out of the election of a Member of Parliament or State Legislature under the Representation of the People Act, 1951. What are the grounds on which the election of any returned candidate may be declared void? What remedy is available to the aggrieved party against the decision? Refer to the case laws.

Examine the strategic significance of Ladakh in India–China relations and suggest measures to maintain peace along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

Examine how energy dependence influences relations between Russia and Europe amid the Russia–Ukraine war and the transition towards renewable energy.

Examine the impact of US sanctions and changing global oil trade on India’s energy security and economic stability.

In the context of the IMF’s projection of 7% GDP growth for India in FY 2026–27, analyse how India’s economic growth can influence the global economy.

Do you think that BIMSTEC is a parallel organisation like SAARC? What are the similarities and dissimilarities between the two? How are Indian foreign policy objectives realised by forming this new organisation?

‘India is an age-old friend of Sri Lanka.’ Discuss India’s role in the recent crisis in Sri Lanka in the light of the preceding statement.

“The independence of the Election Commission of India is essential for ensuring free and fair elections in a democracy.” Examine the constitutional safeguards for its independence and discuss the challenges to its credibility.

“Regional cooperation based on mutual respect and peaceful coexistence is essential for maintaining stability in the Bay of Bengal region.” Discuss the significance of BIMSTEC in advancing India’s regional and strategic interests.

Discuss the significance of protecting religious minorities in Bangladesh and suggest measures to ensure their rights and security. 

Examine the strategic significance of the Horn of Africa for India and discuss how India can strengthen its engagement with Ethiopia amid regional tensions.

Reforming the government delivery system through the Direct Benefit Transfer Scheme is a progressive step, but it has its limitations too. Comment.

The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 remains only a legal document without intense sensitisation of government functionaries and citizens regarding disability. Comment.

The Gati-Shakti Yojana needs meticulous coordination between the government and the private sector to achieve the goal of connectivity. Discuss.

Discuss the role of the National Commission for Backward Classes in the wake of its transformation from a statutory body to a constitutional body.