Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

15 Jul 2025 05:08

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

14 Jul 2025 17:01

Q2. Assertion(A): The launch of the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency, and Development (UMEED) portal aims to improve transparency and centralized documentation of Waqf properties across India.
Reason (R): As per the Waqf Act, 1995, the management of Waqf properties is a central subject, and all property data must be maintained by the Union Government alone.

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

14 Jul 2025 16:45

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

In light of increasing government takedown orders on social media content, critically evaluate the constitutional, legal, and democratic challenges posed by such actions. Suggest institutional measures to ensure accountability and protect freedom of expression in the digital era. (250 Words).

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13 Jul 2025 18:53

Q3. Consider the following statements regarding India’s Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme:
1. The scheme allows funding support for private R&D projects that have reached at least Technological Readiness Level (TRL)-4, aiming to de-risk investment in early-stage innovations.
2. The Deep Tech Fund of Funds under the scheme is designed to finance government laboratories and PSUs involved in defence research and public-sector innovation.
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

13 Jul 2025 18:51

Q1. Consider the following statements regarding phone tapping and surveillance laws in India:
1. Phone tapping without adherence to procedural safeguards under Rule 419-A of the Indian Telegraph Rules, 1951 amounts to a violation of the right to privacy under Article 21.
2. The KS Puttaswamy (2017) judgment overruled the PUCL (1997) guidelines on phone tapping by allowing broader executive discretion in cases of covert operations.
3. The Indian Telegraph Act, 1885 permits phone interception for crime detection, even in the absence of public emergency or public safety concerns.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

13 Jul 2025 04:34

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

"India’s Research Development and Innovation (RDI) scheme is a step towards building a knowledge economy, but systemic inertia and policy design flaws may limit its transformative potential." Discuss in the context of India’s R&D ecosystem and public-private collaboration. (250 words)

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12 Jul 2025 18:41

Q6. With reference to India’s international diplomatic engagement consider the following statements:
1. Under Article 51 of the Indian Constitution, the State is obligated to promote international peace and maintain just relations with other nations.
2. Parliamentary approval is mandatory under Article 246 for sending Indian parliamentary delegations abroad for diplomatic purposes.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) Both 1 and 2
(D) None of the above.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

12 Jul 2025 18:40

Q4. With reference to India’s evolving healthcare system, consider the following statements:
1. India’s healthcare sector is witnessing a shift toward preventive and precision-based medicine to tackle the rising burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
2. The Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 mandates all doctors in India to undergo periodic training in artificial intelligence (AI) and robotic surgery to retain their licenses.
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

12 Jul 2025 18:38

Q2. Consider the following statements regarding the achievements and challenges of the Digital India initiative over the past decade:
1. As of April 2025, India accounts for nearly half of global real-time digital transactions, with UPI operational in more than 7 countries.
2. Despite infrastructure progress, digital literacy in rural India remains below 40%, indicating a persistent digital divide.
3. The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, has effectively eliminated data privacy concerns in India’s digital ecosystem.

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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12 Jul 2025 13:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Examine the constitutional scope and limitations of the Election Commission’s powers under Article 324. How have judicial interpretations balanced institutional autonomy with accountability in the context of electoral roll revisions and electoral fairness? (250 Words).

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11 Jul 2025 08:32

Focus; TB Triage tool experiment of Tamilnadu - An Analysis

Ref ; How this TB triage tool experiment in Tamil Nadu reduced death by 20 per cent: Can it be used in national programmes? ; The Indian Express dt 08 July 2025.

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10 Jul 2025 16:35

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10 Jul 2025 03:45

Q2. With reference to tribal governance and legal safeguards in India, consider the following statements:
1. The PESA Act, 1996 mandates all states to grant full powers to Gram Sabhas in Scheduled Areas.
2. The Forest Rights Act, 2006 provides for both individual and community rights over forest land.
3. The Elwin Committee focused on creating tribal land banks to prevent land alienation.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 only
(C) 3 only
(D) 2 and 3 only

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Jul 2025 03:43

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

“Socialism and Secularism are not merely textual insertions in the Preamble, but foundational principles embedded throughout the Indian Constitution.” Critically examine in light of recent debates on their relevance. (250 words)

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08 Jul 2025 05:34

Q3. With reference to the proposed Income-Tax Bill, 2025, consider the following statements:
1. It allows tax authorities to access digital spaces like emails and social media without judicial warrant.
2. The Supreme Court has upheld that any restriction on privacy must follow the proportionality test.
3. Tax authorities are legally bound to disclose the “reason to believe” before a search.

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

14 Jul 2025 17:02

Q3. With reference to recent developments under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP), consider the following statements:
1. The Nikshay Poshan Yojana provides universal health insurance to TB patients under the Ayushman Bharat scheme.
2. India’s 100-day TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan identified a significant number of asymptomatic TB cases, demonstrating the limitations of symptom-based screening.
3. The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has already approved an mRNA TB vaccine for public use in India.
Which of the statements given above is correct?
(A) 1 and only
(B) 2 only
(C) 2 and 3 only
(D) None of the above

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

14 Jul 2025 17:01

Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the removal of High Court judges in India:
1. A report by the three-member inquiry committee under the Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968 is necessary before Parliament can vote on the removal motion.
2. A High Court judge can be removed by the President if the motion is passed by a simple majority in both Houses.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) Both 1 and 2
(D) Neither 1 nor 2

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14 Jul 2025 08:14

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13 Jul 2025 18:52

Q2. With reference to the integration of palliative care in India’s healthcare system, consider the following statements:
1. Palliative care primarily targets terminally ill patients and is not relevant for non-communicable diseases such as diabetes or chronic respiratory conditions.
2. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and AIIMS have initiated targeted programmes to promote pain and palliative care training in medical education.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) Both 1 and 2
(D) None of the above

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13 Jul 2025 06:28

Focus ; Fostering a commitment to stop maternal deaths

Ref ; Fostering a commitment to stop maternal deaths; The Hindu 07 July 2025

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12 Jul 2025 20:13

Focus ; One Health Programme; Tool to prevent zoonotic spillover

Ref ; Batting for prevention: On Nipah cases in Kerala
A One Health programme is essential to prevent zoonotic spillover ; The Hindu 08 July 2025.

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12 Jul 2025 18:41

Q5. With reference to the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) scheme, consider the following statements:
1. The primary objective of the RDI scheme is to enhance India's public sector investment in fundamental research to match developed countries.
2. The scheme intends to promote private sector participation in high-risk research areas to transform innovation into market-ready technologies.
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

12 Jul 2025 18:39

Q3. With reference to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023, consider the following statements:
1. The reservation of one-third seats for women in Lok Sabha and State Assemblies shall come into effect only after the next general elections.
2. The implementation of women’s reservation is linked to a delimitation exercise based on the first Census conducted after the enactment of the Act.
3. Article 81(2)(a) mandates equal representation in the Lok Sabha for all states based strictly on population, with no exceptions.
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A) 1 statement only
(B) 2 statements only
(C) All 3 statement
(D) None of the above

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

12 Jul 2025 18:38

Q1. Assertion (A): The Election Commission of India (ECI) has restricted public access to CCTV and webcast footage from polling stations.
Reason (R): Public release of such footage may violate the secrecy of voting under Section 128 of the Representation of People Act, 1951, and relevant Supreme Court rulings.

Options:
(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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12 Jul 2025 03:33

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

“Strengthening research and knowledge services within Parliament is essential to uphold the quality and accountability of India's legislative process.” Discuss the importance of institutional legislative research services and propose reforms for making them more effective. (250 words)

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10 Jul 2025 19:56

Focus; Population Census ; Digital Process

Ref ; Census 2027 data to be available early, citizens will be able to self-enumerate, says RGI ; The New Indian Express 08 July 2025.

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10 Jul 2025 03:46

Q3. With reference to the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, consider the following statements:
1. Under Section 11 of the Act, even animals listed in Schedule I can be killed if they pose a threat to human life and cannot be captured or relocated.
2. The Central Government can declare any wild animal, including those in Schedule I, as "vermin" under Section 62 of the Act.
3. The Wildlife (Protection) Act grants district collectors emergency powers to act immediately in wildlife conflict situations involving Schedule I animals.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A) 1 only
(B) 1 and 2 only
(C) 2 and 3 only
(D) 1, 2 and 3

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Jul 2025 03:44

Q1. With reference to the contributions of Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis and India’s official statistical system, consider the following statements:
1. The Mahalanobis Model influenced India’s Second Five-Year Plan by prioritising investment in heavy industries for long-term economic growth.
2. The National Statistical Commission (NSC), currently functioning under MoSPI, is a constitutional body established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution.
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

08 Jul 2025 07:34

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

"India’s political discourse often remains trapped in its past, affecting democratic imagination and policy vision." In this context, discuss the challenges and the way forward for balancing historical reflection and future-oriented governance. (250 words)

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

08 Jul 2025 05:33

Q2. With reference to the language policy in Indian school education, consider the following statements:
1. The implementation of the three-language formula is governed by a central law enacted under the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009.
2. A State government can withdraw or modify its language policy for schools without requiring constitutional amendment, since education is in the Concurrent List.
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