Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Apr 2025 05:10

Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) and associated legal frameworks:
1. The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 was amended to include 24 critical minerals in Part D of Schedule I, granting the Central Government exclusive rights for their auction.
2. The Empowered Committee under NCMM, chaired by the Cabinet Secretary, is responsible for coordinating exploration activities, including 1,200 projects assigned to the Geological Survey of India (GSI) from 2024–25 to 2030–31.
3. The NCMM mandates that only public sector enterprises can acquire and develop critical mineral assets abroad with government support.

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

22 Apr 2025 15:35

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

The Supreme Court's recent verdict reaffirms the constitutional role of Governors and the President in India's parliamentary democracy. Critically analyse the significance of this judgment in ensuring constitutional morality and federal accountability. (250 words)

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Apr 2025 12:05

Q3. Consider the following statements regarding institutional and legal measures promoting women’s economic empowerment in India:

1. Under the Stand-Up India Scheme, each bank branch is required to facilitate at least one - woman entrepreneur with a loan ranging from ₹10 lakh to ₹1 crore for setting up a greenfield enterprise.
2. Under the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017, all organizations, regardless of the number of employees, are mandated to provide crèche facilities and paid maternity leave of 26 weeks.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Apr 2025 12:03

Q1. Assertion (A): The Supreme Court of India has laid down a three-month time limit for the President to decide on State Bills reserved under Article 201 of the Constitution.
Reason (R): Article 201 mandates that the President must give assent to a State Bill if it is passed again by the State Legislature.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Apr 2025 09:33

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Discuss the challenges and implications of the upcoming delimitation exercise in India. How does unequal representation and overlarge constituencies affect the quality of democracy and inclusiveness in the Lok Sabha? (250 words)

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Apr 2025 05:32

Q3. With reference to recent trends and initiatives related to women’s economic empowerment in India, consider the following statements:

1. Over 10 crore women have been connected to Self-Help Groups (SHGs) under the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM).
2. Women constitute more than 50% of students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields in India.
3. Under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G), house allotment is mandated exclusively in the name of the woman.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Apr 2025 03:35

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

19 Apr 2025 15:22

Q3.With reference to legal and international safeguards
against chemical and industrial disasters, consider the following statements:

1. The Environment
Protection Act, 1986 empowers the central government to take all necessarymeasures to protect the environment, including regulation of hazardous
industries.
2. The Basel Convention
regulates the transboundary movement of hazardous chemicals used in agricultureand promotes shared consent before export.
3.
The Public LiabilityInsurance Act, 1991 is based on the principle of no-fault liability and ensures
immediate compensation to victims of industrial accidents.

Which of the statements given above 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

19 Apr 2025 15:20

Q1. With reference to the Periodic Labor Force Survey (PLFS) 2024, consider the following statements:

1. The urban Labor Force Participation Rate (LFPR) for both males and females increased, leading to an overall rise in urban LFPR to 51%.
2. Despite having the second-longest average workweek globally, India ranks among the top 50 countries in terms of labor productivity per working hour.

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

18 Apr 2025 14:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Discuss the approach India adopted towards AI governance and regulation. How does it compare with global practices, and what lessons can India draw to strengthen its AI ecosystem? (250 words)

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Apr 2025 12:30

Q2. With reference to the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007, consider the following statements:
1. The Act allows senior citizens to reclaim property gifted or transferred to children if the condition of providing basic care is not fulfilled.
2. Section 23(2) provides that the right to maintenance continues even after the property is transferred, if the transferee had prior knowledge of the obligation.
3. The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 overrides the Senior Citizens Act in all property-related disputes involving women.
4. Maintenance Tribunals under the MWPSC Act are empowered to order eviction of children from the property of senior citizens in cases of neglect or abuse.

Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1, 2 and 3 only
B. 1, 2 and 4 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1 and 4 only

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

17 Apr 2025 15:39

Q3. With reference to the classification of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India, consider the following statements:
1. The MSME Development Act, 2006 provides the statutory basis for classifying enterprises based on investment and turnover.
2. The revised classification aims to address the "missing middle" problem by encouraging vertical growth among firms.
3. All MSMEs are mandatorily entitled to a 25% share in government procurement contracts under the Public Procurement Policy.
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

17 Apr 2025 15:37

Q1. Consider the following statements,
1. A caveat is a legal notice filed in a court to prevent a decision from being passed without hearing the party filing it.
2. The constitutional validity of a law passed by Parliament can only be challenged in the Supreme Court under Article 32 of the Constitution.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. Only 1
B. Only 2
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

17 Apr 2025 09:10

Focus ; A Proclamation of Democracy in Legislative Process

Ref ; A proclamation of democracy in legislative process ; The Hindu 16 Apr 2025

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

16 Apr 2025 14:04

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Critically examine the constitutional and socio-political implications of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 in the context of minority rights and democratic governance in India. (250 words)

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Apr 2025 19:12

Focus; The Constitutional Civil Servant ; An Analysis

Ref ; The Constitutional Civil Servant ;The Hindu Businessline Dt 18 Apr 2025.

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Apr 2025 12:43

Focus ; Jal Jeevan Mission and the cost escalation row ; An Analysis

Ref : Jal Jeevan Mission: Justify increase in cost of tap to Rs 1,37,500 from Rs 30,000, says Finance ;The Indian Express Dt 21.04.2025.

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Apr 2025 12:04

Q2. With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Gramin (PMAY-G) and the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), consider the following statements:

1. PMAY-G aims to provide sustainable self-employment to rural households through the formation of Self-Help Groups.
2. NRLM provides financial assistance for constructing pucca houses in rural areas.
3. PMAY-G promotes the construction of eco-friendly and disaster-resilient houses.
4. NRLM primarily targets rural women by enabling them to access financial services and livelihood opportunities.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 and 4 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 3 and 4 only

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Apr 2025 11:40

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

"In the context of rising aspirations and economic transitions, young Indians are increasingly embracing risk. However, the absence of adequate social safety mechanisms has led to heightened vulnerabilities. Examine." (250 words)

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Apr 2025 05:33

Q1. With reference to disaster management laws in India, consider the following statements:
1. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued specific guidelines for the management of chemical disasters, including mitigation and preparedness strategies.
2. The Insecticides Act, 1968 regulates only the pricing of insecticides and does not cover their import, manufacture, or usage.
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

20 Apr 2025 05:31

Q2. Consider the following statements with regard to the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens (MWPSC) Act, 2007:

1. The MWPSC Act allows senior citizens to seek maintenance from their children or legal heirs if they are unable to maintain themselves, but it does not provide any provision for eviction in case of failure to maintain.
2. Under the MWPSC Act, if a senior citizen gifts or transfers property with the condition of receiving maintenance, the transfer can be voided if the transferee fails to honor the condition of providing basic care and amenities.

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

19 Apr 2025 16:33

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 envisions transforming India’s higher education system into a more multidisciplinary, cross-disciplinary, and interdisciplinary structure. Critically examine the challenges and roadmap for restructuring India’s universities and colleges to realise this vision. (250 words)

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

19 Apr 2025 15:21

Q2. With reference to recent labor reform strategies, consider the following statements:

1. The integration of e-Shram, Aadhaar, and UPI is aimed at creating a unified national registry for unorganized workers to facilitate targeted welfare delivery.
2. Employment-Linked Incentive (ELI) schemes propose direct wage subsidies to workers hired by MSMEs in green sectors such as solar and waste-to-energy.

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

19 Apr 2025 14:11

Focus ; Online Permanent Lok Adalats - An Analysis

Ref ; KELSA launches online filing and hearing facility for Permanent Lok Adalats ; The Hindu Dt 13 Apr 2025.

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Apr 2025 12:31

Q3. consider the following statements regarding the policy and governance significance of local data centres:
1. Local data centres promote data sovereignty by ensuring compliance with domestic data protection legislation.
2. The presence of domestic data centres reduces dependency on foreign digital infrastructure, thereby enhancing strategic autonomy.
3. Establishing local data centres requires approval from state legislatures due to its classification as a State Subject under the Seventh Schedule.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Apr 2025 12:29

Q1. With reference to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2024, consider the following statements:
1. A marginal increase in urban female Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) indicates improved gender parity in labour force engagement.
2. The unemployment rate under Current Weekly Status has remained higher in urban areas than in rural areas.
3. Worker Population Ratio (WPR) has significantly improved in both rural and urban areas, reflecting a broad-based employment recovery.
4. The overall all-India unemployment rate under Principal and Subsidiary Status (PS+SS) has sharply declined compared to the previous year.

Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1, 2 and 4 only
D. 1 and 4 only

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

17 Apr 2025 15:38

Q2. Consider the following statements with reference to the powers and functions of a Governor
1. A Governor can return a non-Money Bill for reconsideration of the State Legislature, but if the Bill is re-passed, the Governor must give assent.
2. The Constitution explicitly prescribes a time frame within which the Governor must act on a Bill under Article 200.
3. The Supreme Court can use its powers under Article 142 to enforce constitutional timelines when there is a constitutional vacuum or executive inaction.
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

17 Apr 2025 15:23

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

In light of the formation of a committee on State Autonomy by a southern state government, critically examine the challenges to cooperative federalism in India. What are the implications of such initiatives for Centre-State relations and democratic governance? (250 words)

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

17 Apr 2025 05:16

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

India’s demographic dividend offers a unique opportunity to become a global talent hub. Examine how a structured legal migration policy can help leverage this dividend while contributing to national development. Suggest measures India should adopt to institutionalise overseas employment. ( 250 words)

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

16 Apr 2025 07:08

Q3. With reference to the implementation of Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), consider the following statements:

1. The participation of state-run hospitals in AB-PMJAY requires a formal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the State Government and the Central Government.
2. Private hospitals are legally obligated under AB-PMJAY to join the empanelment list once the scheme is notified in a state.

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