Mains Answer Writing 14-March-2024 Q1) Evaluate the role of civil society organizations (CSOs) in improving the governance process in India. What are the challenges in utilizing CSOs as a model for public services delivery? (250 Words/15Marks) ANSWER Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) are non-profit, non-government umbrella groups representing a wide range of interests of their members….
Q1) “Integrity is the cornerstone of effective governance.” Discuss the importance of integrity for good governance. Why is it so difficult to achieve high level of integrity in public life? (250 Words/15 Marks) ANSWER Integrity is the consistent and unfailing adherence to moral principles. In governance, it implies probity in governance through adherence to principles…
Q1) Self-Help Groups (SHG) provide not just micro-finance interventions, but a pioneering model of women-led development. Comment. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANSWER Self-Help Groups (SHGs) are informal associations of people from similar socio-economic backgrounds who come together to find ways to improve their living conditions. SHGs serve as important medium for distribution of micro-finance through government…
Q1) The interconnectedness of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors emphasize the need for responsible and inclusive business practices. In this perspective, discuss how the ESG framework is reshaping corporate governance? (150 Words/10 Marks) ANSWER Corporate governance refers to the system of rules, practices, and processes by which companies are directed and controlled. Environmental, social,…
Q1) Balancing the depth and range of the RTI Act is crucial for ensuring transparency and accountability across a broader spectrum of functionaries and offices in the government machinery. Examine. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANSWER Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005 is a legislation of the Parliament that gives citizens the right to information which is…
Q1) The role of civil services as an enabler of development and an agent of change is undermined by a lack of political neutrality. Critically examine. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANSWER Political neutrality is the quality of serving the government of the day without any personal political bias. In recent times, inability to function with political…
Q1) While decriminalization of politics is crucial, it is equally important to balance it with principles of justice, fairness, and the presumption of innocence to ensure the elimination of any doubt regarding political persecution of the opposition. In this perspective, discuss the necessity of decriminalization of politics and the challenges therein. Also assess the role…
Q1) The Finance Commission serves as the balancing wheel of fiscal federalism, but despite its efforts to widen the share of states in the divisible pool of taxes, the struggle for financial resources between the center and states has only intensified. Analyse the factors contributing to this paradox and its implications for fiscal federalism in…
Q1) Examine the mandate and powers of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) in protecting the rights and interests of Scheduled Castes. Also enumerate the challenges faced by the NCSC in fulfilling its responsibilities. (250 Words/ 15 Marks) ANSWER NCSC is a constitutional body as it is directly established under Article 338 of the…
Q1) “The Attorney General of India holds a pivotal position in the legal system and represents the interests of the government.” Explain how this is reflected in the method and terms of appointment as well as the scope of her powers and responsibilities. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANSWER Attorney General of India is the highest and…