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04 Jun 2025 15:12

Q3. With reference to the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 and associated frameworks in India, consider the following statements:

1. The Rehabilitation Council of India Act, 1992 provides for reservation in promotions in government services for persons with disabilities.
2. The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 mandates that all new public infrastructure must adhere to accessibility standards notified by the Central Government.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

04 Jun 2025 15:11

Q1. With reference to the powers of the Governor and the recent Supreme Court judgment on assent to state Bills, consider the following statements:
1. The Constitution of India explicitly provides a time limit within which the Governor must give assent or return a Bill passed by the State Legislature.
2. As per Article 200 of the Constitution, the Governor can withhold assent, return the Bill (if not a Money Bill), or reserve it for the consideration of the President.
3. The Supreme Court in its judgment held that withholding of assent by the governor without a reasoned response was unconstitutional and arbitrary.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) 1, 2 and 3

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03 Jun 2025 17:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Discuss how the experience of India’s cultural nationalism and political right can inform the strategies of emerging conservative movements in Europe. In this context, examine the scope and limits of ideological alignment between Indian and Western conservatism. (250 words)

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03 Jun 2025 14:59

Q6. Consider the following statements:
1. The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 applies only to lands officially recorded as forest in government revenue records.
2. The Supreme Court can take suo motu cognizance of environmental violations and initiate contempt proceedings under Article 142 of the Constitution.
3. Environmental Clearance under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 is mandatory before undertaking any activity that may impact ecologically sensitive areas, including forested land.

Which of the statements given above is correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 3 only
D. None of the above

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

03 Jun 2025 14:58

Q4.With reference to the recent scheme approved for upgrading Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in India, consider the following statements:
1. The scheme introduces an industry-led Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) model, replacing the sole government control over curriculum, infrastructure, and operations.
2. The National Centers of Excellence for Skilling will be set up as standalone greenfield institutes, independent of existing training infrastructure.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

03 Jun 2025 14:57

Q2. Assertion (A) and Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The Assam Healing (Prevention of Evil) Practices Act, 2024 must be implemented with caution to prevent infringement on constitutionally guaranteed religious freedoms.
Reason (R): Article 25 of the Indian Constitution guarantees all individuals the right to freely profess, practice, and propagate their religion, subject to public order, morality, and health.

Which one of the following is correct?
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
C. A is true, but R is false
D. A is false, but R is true

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

03 Jun 2025 14:30

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

India's growing enrolment in higher education is not translating into proportional employability. In this context, examine the disconnect between academic degrees and job readiness in India. Suggest policy and structural reforms to ensure higher education equips students with employable skills. (250 words)

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02 Jun 2025 17:50

Q5. Consider the following Assertion (A) and Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Indore was declared India’s first beggar-free city due to successful implementation of the SMILE scheme under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
Reason (R): The SMILE scheme includes a sub-scheme for the Rehabilitation of Persons Engaged in Begging, which focuses on identification, profiling, and voluntary rehabilitation with support from local bodies and NGOs.

Select the correct option:
a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
c) A is true, but R is false.
d) A is false, but R is true.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

02 Jun 2025 17:41

Q3. Consider the following statements,
1. India’s logistics cost, estimated at 14-18% of GDP, is nearly double the global benchmark, primarily due to poor infrastructure and fragmented supply chains.
2. The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes focus mainly on increasing exports in agriculture and textiles sectors to boost India’s manufacturing growth.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

02 Jun 2025 17:34

Q1. Assertion (A): The Gram Manchitra platform strengthens decentralized planning by integrating spatial data with scheme-based development at the panchayat level.
Reason (R): Article 243ZD of the Indian Constitution mandates the establishment of District Planning Committees to consolidate rural and urban plans for spatial development.

A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
C. A is true, but R is false
D. A is false, but R is true

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31 May 2025 20:01

Focus; The Importance of Deputy Speaker- An Analysis

Ref ; The importance of the Deputy Speaker; The Hindu Dt 29 May 2025.

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29 May 2025 20:32

Focus ; Addressing Anaemia for Sustainable Maternal Health

Ref ; Manage anaemia before pregnancy ; The Hindu 27 May 2025.

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28 May 2025 10:53

Q3. Assertion (A): The Indian Nursing Council (INC) plays a critical role in regulating and standardizing nursing education and practice in India.
Reason (R): The Indian Nursing Council was established through a constitutional amendment to promote federal control over medical education.
Which of the following is correct?
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C. A is true, but R is false.
D. A is false, but R is true.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

28 May 2025 10:52

Q1. The "Right to propagate religion" is ensured under which of the following Articles of the Indian Constitution?
A. Article 26
B. Article 27
C. Article 25
D. Article 32

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27 May 2025 17:30

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04 Jun 2025 15:11

Q2. Consider the following statements regarding the recent regulatory and legislative changes in India’s nuclear energy sector

1. The US Department of Energy’s 10 CFR 810 authorization now allows American companies to manufacture nuclear equipment and perform nuclear design work in India.
2. The amendments to India’s Atomic Energy Act, 1962 are expected to remove legal barriers to private and foreign participation in nuclear power plant operations.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

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03 Jun 2025 20:10

Focus ; Rewriting the script of early childhood education

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03 Jun 2025 16:32

MCQs Compilation with Answers

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

03 Jun 2025 14:59

Q5. Consider the following statements about the role of the Supreme Court in Presidential references under Article 143:
1. The Supreme Court’s opinion on Presidential references can include both questions of law and fact involving substantial public importance.
2. The Supreme Court’s advisory opinions are legally binding and enforceable by the government.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) Only 1
b) Only 2
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

03 Jun 2025 14:57

Q3. Assertion (A): The Gram Sabha of the Dongria Kondh tribe has the constitutional authority to reject mining projects on their land.
Reason (R): The Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution mandates that all tribal land decisions must be approved by the Parliament of India, not the local Gram Sabha.

Choose the correct option:
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C. A is true, but R is false.
D. A is false, but R is true.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

03 Jun 2025 14:56

Q1. With reference to the appointment of judges and functioning of the High Courts in India, consider the following statements:
1. The appointment of High Court judges is governed by Article 217 of the Constitution of India.
2. The process of appointing judges is akin to normal public service recruitment and hence can be challenged through a Public Interest Litigation (PIL).
3. The India Justice Report 2025 indicates that Delhi High Court has less than one judge per 10 lakh population despite performing better in subordinate judiciary strength.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

02 Jun 2025 17:50

Q6. With reference to Digital Banking Units (DBUs) in India, consider the following statements:
1. DBUs are mandated by RBI to have separate physical infrastructure distinct from regular bank branches.
2. DBUs are full-fledged digital banks licensed under the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

02 Jun 2025 17:49

Q4. . Consider the following Assertion (A) and Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Section 79(1) of the Information Technology Act, 2000 provides liability exemption to social media intermediaries for third-party content uploaded on their platforms.
Reason (R): Social media platforms must exercise editorial control over user content to qualify for immunity under Section 79(1).

Select the correct answer using the code below:
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C. A is true, but R is false.
D. A is false, but R is true.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

02 Jun 2025 17:38

Q2. With reference to India’s efforts toward bridging the skill gap and enhancing employability, consider the following statements:
1. National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) offers direct financial incentives to industries for engaging apprentices, including through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mechanism.
2. The Skill India Digital Hub operates under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and focuses primarily on IT-sector skilling.
3. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) aims to formally certify informal workers based on existing skillsets without requiring formal training.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

02 Jun 2025 14:36

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

India’s complex regulatory architecture has increasingly been seen as a constraint on entrepreneurship, labour participation, and economic transformation. Critically assess the challenges posed by this “regulatory cholesterol” and suggest structural reforms to align India’s governance with the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047. (250 words)

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31 May 2025 07:44

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

"The current exam-centric model of Indian education inhibits the development of higher-order cognitive and democratic capacities among students. In this context, evaluate the role of experiential learning in transforming school education. Discuss the challenges and suggest measures to institutionalise it within the framework of the National Education Policy 2020."(250 Words)

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28 May 2025 14:33

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

India’s public health system must evolve from reactive emergency care to preventive, equity-rooted climate resilience in response to rising heat stress. Discuss with reference to institutional coordination, primary care, clinical preparedness, and equity-based public health approach. (250 words)

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28 May 2025 10:53

Q2. Consider the following statements,
1. India opposes the WTO’s Agreement on Agriculture (AoA) due to concerns over restrictions on public stockholding for food security.
2. India supports developed nations' subsidies for industrial fishing in high seas as part of WTO's fisheries reform.
3. India advocates for Special and Differential Treatment (SDT) reforms in the WTO to ensure more flexibility for developing countries.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

28 May 2025 07:32

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

In light of the contemporary reinterpretation of nationalism, critically examine the divergence between the Indian nationalism born of the freedom struggle and the emergent nationalism of today. How can India reclaim its inclusive nationalist legacy? (250 words)

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27 May 2025 13:11

Q6. With reference to cyber safety and data protection in India, consider the following statements:

1. The Supreme Court of India has upheld the Right to Privacy as a fundamental right, which extends protection against actions such as doxing and online threats, even when committed on private digital platforms.
2. The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 primarily addresses data privacy concerns and has explicit provisions to penalize online harassment and trolling.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2