GS
Paper-1
Indian Polity
Past Years’ Questions from this section.[ Qn No- 7, 8, 9 of GS-1]
Critically analyze various challenges confronting the Indian political parties in the present times.[ 2019, 10 marks]
Explain any three weaknesses in the Indian Electoral system and any two reforms that have been suggested in the Indian electoral system.[ 2019, 10 marks]
Why was the Parliamentary system of Government in India preferred and adopted? Discuss the above keeping in mind the advantages and disadvantages of the system. [ 2019, 10 marks]
How has the judiciary helped in the consolidation of democracy in India? [ 2019, 10 marks]
Describe the composition and functions of the Election Commission of India. [ 2019, 10 marks]
Discuss the provisions related to the Reservation of seats provided in the constitution of India. [ 2019, 10 marks]
Write a short essay on the changing socio-economic background of the Indian Parliament. [ 2019, 10 marks]
Highlight the changes introduced by the 73rd Amendment Act in the Panchayati raj system. [ 2019, 10 marks]
What to you, are the main causes responsible for poverty in Odisha? [ 2019, 5 marks]
Discuss the approach adopted for tribal development in Odisha. [ 2019, 5 marks]
What to you, are the reasons behind the movement for a separate state in western Odisha?
Discuss the functions of the Western Odisha Development Council(WODC) [ 2019, 5 marks]
Examine the Functions of the Governor of Odisha. [ 2019, 5 marks]
Describe the different types of regional parties in Odisha. [ 2019, 5 marks]
Discuss the role of the speaker of Odisha Vidhan Sabha. [ 2019, 5 marks]
What are the weaknesses of the Panchayati Raj System in Odisha? [ 2019, 5 marks]
‘The right to Constitutional remedies is often described as the most fundamental of all the fundamental rights. Explain. [ 2018, 10 marks]
Examine the relevance of the Fundamental Duties of an Indian citizen as contained in part IVA of the Indian constitution. [ 2018, 10 marks]
Discuss the basic structure of the Indian constitution. [ 2018, 10 marks]
Find out the unitarian features of the Indian Federation. [ 2018, 10 marks]
Examine the nature of the Judicial Review system in India. [ 2018, 10 marks]
Examine the provisions under Art-356 of the Indian Constitution. [ 2018, 10 marks]
Is correct to say that ‘Governor of a state is like a bird in the golden cage? [ 2018, 10 marks]
Discuss, in brief, the appellate jurisdiction of the state High court. [ 2018, 10 marks]
Examine the role of the chief minister of Odisha. [ 2018, 5 marks]
Discuss the composition of Odisha Vidhan Sabha. [ 2018, 5 marks]
Explain the functions of the council of ministers in Odisha. [ 2018, 5 marks]
Examine the functions of the state Information commission in Odisha. [ 2018, 5 marks]
Write in a brief note on the functions of the chairman of a panchayat Samiti in Odisha. [ 2018, 5 marks]
Examine the sources of revenue for a gram panchayat in Odisha. [ 2018, 5 marks]
How does the government exercise control over Gram Panchayat in Odisha? [ 2018, 5 marks]
Explain the composition of a Zila Parishad in Odisha. [ 2018, 5 marks]
‘Indian Secularism is a type by itself. Show how? [ 2017, 10 marks]
Trace out the weaknesses of the directive principles of state policy. [ 2017, 10 marks]
‘ The president of India has a right to warn, encourage, and be consulted’ Explain. [ 2017, 10 marks]
‘In India, Judicial Activism is on Rising’- Examine. [ 2017, 10 marks]
State briefly the procedure of election of the president of India. Can it truly be called a proportional representation? Give reasons. [ 2017, 10 marks]
‘In India, there are political parties but there is no party system’ Comment. [ 2017, 10 marks]
Examine the Constitutional significance of the Right to information in India. [ 2017, 10 marks]
What is cut motion? What purposes does it serve? What are the different types of cut motions? [ 2017, 10 marks]
What is Lok Adalat? What purposes does it serve? [ 2017, 5 marks]
Briefly explain the constitutional significance of the 73rd Amendment Act of 1992. [ 2017, 5 marks]
State briefly the role of Attorney General of India. [ 2017, 5 marks]
Give reason for and against the introduction of compulsory voting in India as a step for improving Voter turnout. [ 2017, 5 marks]
Explain briefly the politics of opportunistic Alliances in India with examples. [ 2017, 5 marks]
Suggest steps for reducing the votes-seats gap in the Indian Electoral process. [ 2017, 5 marks]
Comment on 91st Amendment Act of 2002. [ 2017, 5 marks]
Examine the constitutional role of the Governor when a sitting chief monster proceeds for treatment of his/her prolonged illness. Cite relevant constitutional provisions. [ 2017, 5 marks]
Explain the ideas contained in the preamble of the Indian constitution. [ 2016, 10 marks]
Bring out the differences between Fundamental Rights and the directive principle of state policy. [ 2016, 10 marks]
Describe various changes made in the constitution by the 42nd and 44th Amendment Act. [ 2016, 10 marks]
What constitutes the doctrine of basic structure with reference to the constitution of India. [ 2016, 10 marks]
Evaluate the position of the president of India. [ 2016, 10 marks]
Critically examine the extent to which Directive principles of state policy have been implemented, so far. [ 2016, 10 marks]
Critically analyze the changing role of the Governor of a state. [ 2016, 10 marks]
What is Judicial Activism? Evaluate the role in the context of the functioning of Indian polity. [ 2016, 10 marks]
Examine the role of Panchayati Raj Institution in Odisha. [ 2016, 5 marks]
Discuss how MNREGA Scheme has impacted the state of Odisha. [ 2016, 5 marks]
Describe the powers and functions of the chief minister. [ 2016, 5 marks]
Discuss the role and powers of the speaker of the Odisha Legislative Assembly. [ 2016, 5 marks]
What do you mean by Preamble? Why is the preamble prefaced to our constitution so significant? Is the preamble a part of our constitution? [ 2015, 10 marks]
‘ Article 32 is the sole of our constitution’-[Ambedkar]- Examine the truth in this statement. [ 2015, 10 marks]
The president of India is the fountain of ‘Mercy and justice’- Comment. [ 2015, 10 marks]
In India, there is a balance between Parliamentary supremacy and judicial review- Explain. [ 2015, 10 marks]
Explain the nature and scope of the Governor’s Discretionary power. Can its misuse or abuse be prevented? Show how? [ 2015, 10 marks]
Explain the procedure and grounds of impeachment of the president of India. Are the grounds justifiable in the court of law? [ 2015, 10 marks]
State briefly what happens to the bill when it reaches the president of India after being passed in the parliament for his assent? Does our president enjoy the Pocket Veto Power? If so, How? [ 2015, 10 marks]
Briefly state the organization and functions of the union public service commission. [ 2015, 10 marks]
Comment on the 86th Amendment Act. 2002. [ 2015, 5 marks]
Write a brief note on speaker Pro Term. [ 2015, 5 marks]
Explain the relation of our president with the union council of ministers in the context of the Doctrine of pleasure as stated in Article- 75(1) of our constitution. [ 2015, 5 marks]
What is public interest Litigation? What purpose does it serve? [ 2015, 5 marks]
Briefly explain the significance of the phrase ‘ Procedure established by Law’ as stated in Article 21 of our constitution. [ 2015, 5 marks]
State briefly the role of the comptroller and Auditor General of India. Show why this office is important in recent years?[ 2015, 5 marks]
‘The relationship between the Governor of a state with the chief minister and council of ministers is more of trust and confidence than aid and advice’- comment. [ 2015, 5 marks]
Write a brief note on the caretaker Government. [ 2015, 5 marks]
Can all the parts of the constitution of India be amended? Answer the question with reference to the judgments of the supreme court in this regard.[ 2011, 20 marks]
Is the consent of a state-required under the constitution for altering the boundaries of states by the parliament? Discuss the point with reference to the process by which states can be formed in India.[ 2011, 20 marks]
Examine the Controversy surrounding Article 356 of the Indian constitution.[ 2011, 10 marks]
Discuss the recommendation of the Sarkaria Commission with regard to the Centre-state relation in India. [ 2011, 10 marks]
State the composition and central function of the Election commission of India.[ 2011, 10 marks]
Analyze the role of the state chief minister. [ 2011, 10 marks]
Examine the powers of the Governor of Odisha, compare his powers with the president of India. [ 2011, 10 marks]
Point out the problems of Panchayati Raj Institutions in Odisha. [ 2011, 10 marks]
Mention two essential differences between ‘ Fundamental Rights’ and ‘Directive Principles of state policy contained in the Indian constitution. [ 2011, 4 marks]
How is the vice president of India Elected? [ 2011, 4 marks]
Discuss any two functions of a High Court in India. [ 2011, 4 marks]
Comment on the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976. [ 2011, 4 marks]
Comment on the nature of citizenship as enshrined in the constitution of India. [ 2011, 4 marks]
Describe the salient features of the Indian constitution. [ 2006, 20 marks]
‘ Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles together represent the basic objectives contained in the preamble of the Indian constitution’ Discuss. [ 2006, 20 marks]
‘Executive Accountability to parliament is a myth’ Explain. [ 2006, 10 marks]
‘ The position of Indian President is not that of a rubber stamp’ Elaborate. [ 2006, 10 marks]
‘ Parliamentary standing committee system is an innovation in the functioning of Indian Parliament’ Justify. [ 2006, 10 marks]
Discuss the role of the Governor in the political process of Odisha. [ 2006, 10 marks]
Explain the functions of the speaker of the Odisha Legislative Assembly. [ 2006, 10 marks]
Describe the structure and functions of the Panchayati Raj institutions in Odisha. [ 2006, 10 marks]
Describe the role of a State Election commission. [ 2006, 4 marks]
What are the important differences between an ordinary Bill and a money Bill? [ 2006, 4 marks]
What role does the Indian Constitution envisage for the Vice- president? [ 2006, 4 marks]
India is a secular state. Explain. [ 2006, 4 marks]
Discuss the functions of Lokayukta? [ 2006, 4 marks]
Elucidate the Socio-Economic and philosophical foundations of the Indian Constitution. [ 2006, 20 marks]
‘ India has a federation with a strong centralizing tendency’ Discuss. [ 2006, 20 marks]
Examine the importance of Directive principles of state policy and critically examine the steps taken by the Government to implement them. [ 2006, 10 marks]
‘ The position of Indian President is that of influence but not power’ Explain. [ 2006, 10 marks]
Assess the impact of coalition government compulsions on the role of the prime minister. [ 2006, 10 marks]
Politics in Odisha has been the politics of Coalition’. Examine. [ 2006, 10 marks]
Elucidate the functions of the Legislative Assembly of Odisha. [ 2006, 10 marks]
Analyze the problems of Panchayati Raj Institutions in Odisha and suggest remedial measures. [ 2006, 10 marks]
How are fundamental rights different from the Directive principles of state policy? [ 2006, 4 marks]
What is the procedure for the Amendment of the constitution of India? [ 2006, 4 marks]
What are the factors that led to the emergence of regional parties in India? [ 2006, 4 marks]
What are the major flaws in our electoral system? [ 2006, 4 marks]
To what extent can the Governor influence state politics? [ 2006, 4 marks]
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