Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

17 May 2025 07:35

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Examine the role of Article 143 in maintaining constitutional balance between the Executive and the Judiciary in India. Illustrate your answer with recent and historical examples of presidential references to the Supreme Court. (250 words)

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17 May 2025 04:55

Q5. With reference to the constitutional and legal framework governing inter-state river water disputes in India, consider the following statements:
1. The River Boards Act, 1956 mandates the constitution of a river board for every major inter-state river by the Union Government within five years of identifying a dispute.
2. The Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956 was enacted under the authority of Article 262 of the Constitution, which allows Parliament to bar the jurisdiction of courts, including the Supreme Court, in such disputes.

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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17 May 2025 04:46

Q3. Assertion (A): India’s collaboration with the United States on critical minerals is vital to reducing strategic dependence on China.
Reason (R): China currently controls nearly 90% of global rare earth processing capacity, often using this dominance for strategic leverage.
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.

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17 May 2025 04:45

Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the “Safe Harbour” provision under the Information Technology Act, 2000:
1. The Safe Harbour provision under Section 79 of the IT Act, 2000 protects intermediary platforms from legal liability for user-generated content, provided they follow government-prescribed due diligence.
2. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting alone has the power to amend or repeal the Safe Harbour clause through executive notification.
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

16 May 2025 14:17

Q6. With reference to Civil Defence in India, consider the following statements:
1. The Civil Defence Act, 1968 empowers the government to requisition private property and regulate the distribution of essential goods during emergencies.
2. All districts in India are classified as Civil Defence Districts and are required to implement full civil defence measures under the Act.
3. The recent nationwide civil defence mock drill involved operationalizing air raid warning systems and training civilians in emergency protocols.
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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16 May 2025 14:15

Q4. With reference to Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and their constitutional framework in India, consider the following statements:
1. The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act mandates that a State Finance Commission (SFC) be constituted every five years to review the financial position of Panchayats and recommend measures to strengthen their fiscal capacity.
2. Article 243D of the Constitution provides for reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and women in every Panchayat.
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

16 May 2025 13:46

Q2. With reference to voter registration and eligibility in India, consider the following statements:
1. The Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) is required to independently verify the citizenship status of each applicant before their inclusion in the electoral roll.
2. Under Section 31 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950, furnishing false information in the voter registration form is punishable with imprisonment up to one year, a fine, or both.
3. As per Article 326 of the Constitution, only Indian citizens aged 18 years and above are eligible to vote in elections to the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) 1, 2 and 3

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16 May 2025 10:18

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14 May 2025 07:18

Q6. Consider the following statements,
1. The Anti-Defection Law under the 52nd Constitutional Amendment, 1985, restricts the MPs to introduce Private Members’ Bills that deviate from their party’s position.
2. The Rules of Procedure mandate that Private Members’ Bills must be discussed during Zero Hour in Parliament.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
A) 1 only
B) 2 only
C) Both 1 and 2
D) Neither 1 nor 2

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14 May 2025 07:16

Q4. Consider the following statements regarding India’s justice system:
1. Article 39A constitution guarantees to provide free legal aid to the poor.
2. National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) has been given full administrative control over the judiciary and the police to ensure last-mile justice delivery.
Which of the following is correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 Only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

14 May 2025 07:15

Q2. Consider the following statements regarding the Biological Diversity (Access and Benefit Sharing) Regulation, 2025:
1. The Biological Diversity (Access and Benefit Sharing) Regulation, 2025 mandates that users with an annual turnover above Rs 50 crore must share 0.4% of their annual gross ex-factory sale price of the product.
2. The 2025 Regulation replaces the 2014 Guidelines and expands the scope to include Digital Sequence Information (DSI), recognising it as part of genetic resources under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Options:
A) 1 only
B) 2 only
C) Both 1 and 2
D) Neither 1 nor 2

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14 May 2025 06:03

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

“India’s improvement in the Human Development Index is significant, but rising inequality threatens to offset these gains.” Examine in light of the 2025 Human Development Report, highlighting the need for inclusive and equitable development. (250 words)

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13 May 2025 20:15

Focus ; Role of Civil Societies during crises - An Examination

Ref ; CM Abdullah holds interaction with civil society members in Jammu ; Deccan Herald Dt 11 May 2025.

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11 May 2025 21:12

Focus ; Implementation of Production Linked Incentive Scheme- Impacts in India

Ref; How PLI is actually taking Indian manufacturing backwards (and what can be done about it) ; The Week Dt 06 May 2025.

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11 May 2025 08:06

Q3. Consider the following statements,

1. Articles 338, 338A, and 338B of the Indian Constitution mandate the submission of annual reports by the National Commissions for SCs, STs, and OBCs to the President of India.
2. The reports submitted by these commissions are not intended to influence government policies but only to review the implementation of safeguards.
3. The lack of statutory deadlines for submitting reports has contributed to significant delays, undermining the effectiveness of these commissions.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

17 May 2025 04:56

Q6. Assertion (A): The Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI) prohibits the use of its certificates to claim emission reduction credits.
Reason (R): GHCI certificates are designed to function as carbon offsets under the Perform Achieve Trade (PAT) scheme regulated by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency.
Codes:

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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17 May 2025 04:53

Q4. With reference to the 2025 Human Development Report (HDR) and India’s progress, consider the following statements:
1. As per HDR 2025, India’s HDI value improved despite inequality-adjusted losses that reduce its effective human development ranking.
2. Implementation of the Constitution (106th Amendment) Act, 2023, which mandates one-third reservation for women in Parliament and State Legislatures contributed to the improvement in ranking.
3. The Right to Education Act, 2009 has significantly contributed to increasing the average expected years of schooling for children in India.
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 May 2025 04:46

Q2. Consider the following statements,
1. The Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010 currently restricts private sector participation in India's nuclear power sector due to liability concerns.
2. The Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) serves as a bilateral platform for cooperation in nuclear reactor construction and joint uranium stockpiling.
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

16 May 2025 15:36

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Despite a strong legal framework, child labour remains prevalent in India. Analyse the reasons for its persistence and suggest measures for its effective eradication. (250 words)

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16 May 2025 14:16

Q5. Consider the following statements:
1. The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana mandates solar installation only on government buildings and not for private domestic users.
2. Under the Electricity Act, 2003, the unbundling of J&K’s power sector post-Article 370 has led to significant Aggregate Technical and Commercial (ATC) loss reduction.

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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16 May 2025 13:47

Q3. Assertion (A): The Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) classifies Gram Panchayats into performance categories such as Achiever, Front Runner, Performer, Aspirant, and Beginners based on their thematic scores.
Reason (R): This classification is made based on Article 243-G of the Constitution, which defines the constitutional status of Panchayati Raj Institutions and their mandatory development ranking.

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

16 May 2025 13:46

Q1. With reference to the ‘One Day One Genome’ consider the following statements:
1. The initiative is implemented under the aegis of the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC), which functions as an autonomous body under the Ministry of Science and Technology.
2. The mission aims to highlight bacterial genomes of Indian origin and includes species with potential applications in health, agriculture, and environmental sustainability.
3. As part of this initiative, annotated bacterial genomes are made available exclusively to research institutions through a subscription-based online portal.
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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14 May 2025 14:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Critically examine the state of press freedom in India in light of the 2024–25 South Asia Press Freedom Report. Highlight key structural challenges, emerging trends, and their implications for democratic governance. (250 words)

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14 May 2025 07:17

Q5. Consider the following statements regarding Private Members’ Bills (PMBs) in India:
1. Private Members’ Bills can only be introduced by Members of Parliament who are not part of the Council of Ministers.
2. Since Independence, Only less than 10 Private Members’ Bills have been passed by both Houses of Parliament and received Presidential assent.
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

14 May 2025 07:15

Q3. With reference to the MSME sector in India, consider the following statements
1. Only 9% of MSMEs in India have transitioned to a formal registered status, with over 90% of MSMEs still operating informally.
2. The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) provides a platform for MSMEs to participate in public procurement, expanding their market access and supporting their integration into the formal economy.
3. The "Missing Middle" problem in India's MSME sector is caused primarily by the lack of technological adoption.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

14 May 2025 07:14

Q1. Consider the following statements regarding India's submission to the United Nations Commission on the Limits of the Continental Shelf (CLCS):
1. India's Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) claim beyond the 200 nautical miles of its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) is based on the provisions of Article 76 of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
2. The current dispute over India's ECS claim in the Arabian Sea is solely with Pakistan.
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

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14 May 2025 05:03

Focus ; Safe Harbour and Its Importance for Social Media

Ref ; Is safe harbour important for social media? | Explained ; The hindu Dt 11 May 2025

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12 May 2025 14:46

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

How does the emerging political consensus on caste census influence its transformative potential as a tool of social justice in India? Critically examine. (250 words)

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11 May 2025 14:32

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Discuss the significance of strengthening parliamentary oversight in India. How can parliamentary committees and technology contribute to enhancing accountability in governance? (250 words)

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11 May 2025 08:04

Q2. With reference to the River Cities Alliance (RCA) and Urban River Management Plans (URMPs), consider the following statements:

1. The RCA, launched in 2021, expanded from 30 cities to 145 cities, promoting river-sensitive urban planning.
2. The URMP framework, launched by NMCG and NIUA, integrates environmental, economic, and social dimensions in river management.
3. The Kham River Restoration Mission in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar was recognized by the World Resources Institute for its contributions.

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