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From the resolution of contentious issues regarding distribution of legislative powers by the courts, ‘Principle of Federal Supremacy’ and ‘Harmonious Construction’ have emerged. Explain. Constitution has provided for division of legislative powers between the Centre and state in the seventh…
What are the methods used by the Farmers organizations to influence the policy- makers in India and how effective are these methods? Farmers organisations refer to group of farmers who are organised to protect their own interests related to issues…
“The Central Administration Tribunal which was established for redressal of grievances and complaints by or against central government employees nowadays is exercising its powers as an independent judicial authority.” The Central Administrative Tribunal had been established under Article 323 –…
The Indian Constitution has provisions for holding joint sitting of the two houses of the Parliament. Enumerate the occasions when this would normally happen and also the occasions when it cannot, with reasons thereof. Introduction: Joint sitting is extraordinary machinery…
The ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy signals India’s commitment to improve ties with its immediate neighbours but faces challenges of regional diplomacy. Introduction A nation’s destiny is linked to its neighbourhood- this specifies the need of a peaceful and integrated neighbourhood. India’s…
Constitution makers provided ordinance powers for the executive to deal with exigency situations. However, it has been utilised to bypass the legislature many a times. In this context, analyse the impact of frequent resort to ordinances on various factors of…
How far do you agree with the view that the Election Commission of India (ECI) needs to be granted more rule-making power to enable better conduct of elections? Introduction The Election Commission of India (ECI) is a constitutional body under…
Examine the relative roles of the legislature, executive and judiciary in the functioning of parliamentary system of government. Is it true that the Executive is exercising more and more control over the recent years? Introduction Indian constitution prescribes both fusion…
Parliamentary standing committees are a significant tool to enhance the accountability of executive. In this context, critically analyse their functioning and suggest measures to make them more effective. Introduction The Parliament is too unwieldy a body to deliberate effectively the…
What are the various alternative dispute redressal methods? Critically analyse the effectiveness of Alternate Dispute Redressal mechanisms in serving Justice. Introduction: Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is a process to settle disputes among parties by using unconventional methods of dispute resolution…
National Commission of Backward Classes has been in existence for more than 25 years. Assess the powers and role of commission in tackling issues faced by backward castes. Introduction: The National Commission of Backward Castes (NCBC) as a statutory body…
PIL is being misused in many ways, for serving private interest in the grab of public interest. Do you agree? Introduction: Public Interest Litigation means a legal action initiated in a court of law for the enforcement of public interest…
Discuss the constitutionally enshrined role of CAG. What are the safeguards provided in the constitution for the effective functioning of CAG? Introduction: The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India is an independent authority established under Article 148 of the…
Self Help Groups are the backbone of women empowerment in India, however the potential of SHGs are not fully tapped. Critically analyse the role of SHG in women empowerment and suggest some measures to make the SHGs effective on this…
India – Russia relations are moving from multi-dimensional association to uni-dimensional association with focus on defence procurement. Critically analyse. Introduction India Russia relations have remained an important aspect of India’s foreign policy, covering multi-faceted spheres having similar security, Political and…
Common Errors 10 questions [SSC CHSL (10+2) LDC, DEO & PA/SA Exam, 2015] Directions for questions (1 to 4): In the following questions, some parts of the sentences have errors, and some are correct. Find out which part of a…
India being the party to SCO and QUAD is one of many instances showing the growing strategic autonomy of India in the global arena. Discuss the reasons for growing stature of India highlighting the various instances where India is exhibiting…
Common Errors Directions for questions (1 to 10): In the following questions, some parts of the sentences have errors and some are correct. Find out which part of a sentence has an error. The number of that part is the…
The spirit of federalism is to accommodate vast diversity present in the Indian society, but the recent instances of tussle between central and state governments are seen as threat to federal nature Indian democracy. Introduction Federalism is a mode of…
India being the party to SCO and QUAD is one of many instances showing the growing strategic autonomy of India in the global arena. Discuss the reasons for growing stature of India highlighting the various instances where India is exhibiting…
The judiciary has played the role of a pillar for unleashing social transformation. Examine the statement with reference to recent judgments of Supreme Court. Introduction: The Preamble to the Constitution of India assures to all citizens, justice- social, economic and…
Critics of the doctrine of basic structure argue that, through this doctrine, guardians of the constitution have become guardians over the constitution. Introduction: The phrase ‘basic structure’ was introduced for the first time by M.K. Nambiar and other counsels while…
Why were the ideals of socialism and secularism explicitly added to the constitution? What do these ideals mean and how have these been reflected in the Constitution? Introduction: In 1948, during the Constituent Assembly debates the words ‘Secular, Federalist, Socialist’…
A democracy is just as credible as the strength of the institutions fundamental to its legitimacy. Assess the role of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in this context. Introduction: Based on the recommendations of the Santhanam Committee on Prevention…