Section – A ( Word Limit 125 words )

1. Why is India opposed to mediation on Kashmir?

2. Critically examine the jurisdiction of International Court of Justice.

3. Throw light on the challenges and problems of farmers and agriculture sector in

Uttar Pradesh. Suggest measures for improvement.

4. What are electoral bonds? Are they capable of bringing transparency in the political

funding system?

5. What has been the impact of Self-Help-Groups (SHG’s) on India’s rural life?

Describe.

6. Write a short note on the contribution of the Indian diaspora towards economic

structure in India.

7. In what ways does the Indian federal-system differ from the federal system in

United States of America (USA)? Explain.

8. Describe those special powers of the council of states (Rajya Sabha) which are not

enjoyed by Lok Sabha, Under the Indian Constitution.

9. Evaluate the use of the VVPAT in the general election of India.

10. Examine the constitutional position of Comptroller and Auditor General of India.

Section – B ( Word Limit 200 words )

11. How will the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan affect India? Comment.

12. Discuss the nature of India – China relations in the light of OBOR.

13. The action of Indian government on Article 370 has changed the status Quo in

Jammu and Kashmir. How will it affect the development in the region? Discuss.

14. Discuss the reasons, objectives and functions of NITI Aayog and describe the

recently reorganized NITI Aayog.

15. What are the main issues related to poverty and hunger?

16. Clarify e-governance. Explain the features and advantages of e-governance. What

are the main challenges before it?

17. In the monsoon session of the Indian parliament in 2019, amendments were made

in the Anti-terror law and The Right to Information Act. What are the significant

changes as a result of these amendments? Analyse.

18. Examine Right to Equality as a fundamental right in the constitution of India.

19. Write a short note on the emergence and use of alternative dispute redressal

mechanism in India.

20. Describe the composition and functions of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in

India.