Past Questions — 2023
Elaborate the impact of social media and the internet at large in spreading misinformation and hate speech which adversely affect our constitutional ethos of ‘unity in diversity’.
Discuss the significance of space technology in promoting sustainable development in India.
Discuss the various policies undertaken by the government for the promotion of food processing and its related industries in India.
How can India enhance its cyber security preparedness to deal with cyberattacks on critical infrastructure?
Give your account of the present scenario and major challenges for developing a new technology in India.
Critically examine the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act and its functioning in N.E India.
“In fighting corruption, good governance efforts rely on principles such as accountability, transparency and participation to shape anti-corruption measures”. Elaborate the above statement by relating good governance with accountability, transparency and public participation.
Discuss the key priorities during India’s presidency in the Group of 20.
Critically examine the impact of British administration in Mizo Society.
What are the major challenges faced by India in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals?
‘Many states in India have withdrawn consent to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to investigate cases in their state. Distrust in CBI by a third of India’s states underlines the weakening spirit of cooperative federalism.’ Comment.
Critically examine the impact of MGNREGA in infrustructural development of rural population in India.
The World Bank and International Monetary Fund, the two Bretton Woods institutions have common origins and goals, but their approaches differ. Elucidate.
Do you think the formation of SAARC led to improvement of bilateral relationship between India and the neighbouring countries? Describe the role played by India in SAARC.
Explain how the Supreme Court of India defended judicial review from parliamentary supremacy.
“Red Tapism” in bureaucratic administration is the enemy of efficiency in Indian administration. Elaborate the statement.
Are civil servants in India adequately protected from undue political pressure or victimization when they act in the public interest? Justify your answer.
Analyse National Education Policy 2022 and its challenges with particular reference to Mizoram.
Write an essay on India’s demand for reforms in UN Security Council.
Examine the impact of the Constitution Forty-Second Amendment Act, 1976 to the Constitution of India with reference to Basic Structure of the Constitution.
‘The biggest challenges to development in India today are still hunger and poverty.’ Evaluate the progress made by the Government of India in resolving these enormous issues.
Population growth is both a cause and a symptom of slow progress in development. Discuss.
In what ways can we classify India’s natural resources? How can we ensure their sustainable use and management?
How are In Lama Thangchhuah and Ram Lama Thangchhuah different from each other?
What do you understand by the theory of continental drift? Discuss the prominent evidence in its support.