Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

24 Jul 2025 19:35

Focus ; Journey of Hindi in Southern States ; An Analysis

Ref ; History Headline: Far from politics, journey of Hindi in southern states ; The Indian Express Dt 20 July 2025

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23 Jul 2025 14:21

Q9. With reference to recent developments in Jammu and Kashmir, consider the following statements:
1. The inauguration of the Chenab and Anji bridges is significant for enhancing strategic connectivity in border regions under the objectives of Article 301 of the Constitution.
2. Operation Sindoor was coordinated under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967.
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

23 Jul 2025 14:19

Q7. Assertion (A): Autonomous District Councils under the Sixth Schedule can be dissolved by the Governor without the concurrence of the elected State Government.
Reason (R): The Sixth Schedule of the Constitution provides the Governor with discretionary powers that are not subject to the advice of the State’s Council of Ministers in matters relating to Autonomous District Councils.
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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Jul 2025 05:24

Q5. With reference to the professional rights and regulatory oversight of advocates in India, consider the following statements:
1. The Bar Council of India is the sole statutory authority empowered to regulate the professional conduct of advocates under the Advocates Act, 1961.
2. The Supreme Court recently observed that investigating agencies must consult the Bar Council of India before summoning advocates for rendering professional advice to clients.
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

23 Jul 2025 05:23

Q3. Assertion (A): Admiralty suits in India can be filed for claims related to environmental damage caused by foreign vessels operating within Indian territorial waters.
Reason (R): The Merchant Shipping Act, 1958 and Environment Protection Act, 1986 prohibit the arrest of foreign ships in Indian ports for pollution-related claims.
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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Jul 2025 05:21

Q1. With reference to the powers of the Election Commission of India (ECI) and the legal provisions related to electoral roll revision, consider the following statements:
1. Article 324 of the Constitution empowers the ECI to act in areas where the law is silent, but it must comply with statutory provisions where they exist.
2. Section 21(3) of the Representation of the People Act, 1950 allows the ECI to order a special revision of electoral rolls for a constituency or part of it, at any time.
3. The term “ordinarily resident” is explained in the Representation of the People Act, 1950 to determine voter eligibility.
4. The qualifying date for revisions under Section 21(2)(b) of the RPA, 1950 can be determined at the discretion of the Election Commission.
How many of the statements given above is/are INCORRECT?
A. Only 1 statement
B. Only 2 statements
C. Only 3 statements
D. None of the above

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Jul 2025 03:37

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21 Jul 2025 20:48

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21 Jul 2025 06:05

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

“Public sector manpower is the backbone of state capacity. Discuss how inadequate investment in human resources affects governance, with special reference to India’s developmental trajectory.” (250 words)

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19 Jul 2025 20:28

Focus ; Secularism in Indian Context ; An Analysis

Ref ; Secularism — implicit from day one, explicit in 1976; The Hindu 14 July 2025

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18 Jul 2025 08:04

Focus ; Women and STEM careers - An Analysis

Ref ; Women, STEM careers and a more receptive industry; The Hindu 15 July 2025.

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16 Jul 2025 14:20

Q3. Which of the following statements about maternal health in India is incorrect?
1. The Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) in India for the period 2019-21 was 93 per 1,00,000 live births, as per the Sample Registration System (SRS).
2. The biggest cause of maternal death in India is obstructed labour due to stunted growth and low BMI among women.
3. The National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) was launched in 2005 and played a key role in promoting institutional deliveries through Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs).
4. Kerala’s model of Confidential Review of Maternal Deaths has demonstrated how even low MMRs can be further reduced through analytical interventions.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

16 Jul 2025 14:18

Q1. With reference to the legal provisions and judicial guidelines related to phone tapping in India, consider the following statements:
1. The Information Technology Act, 2000 governs the interception of both voice calls and postal communication.
2. The Supreme Court in PUCL vs Union of India (1997) mandated that phone tapping orders must be reviewed by a committee within two months.
3. The “preventing incitement to the commission of an offence” is a constitutionally valid ground for restricting the right to privacy and allowing phone interception.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 3 only

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

15 Jul 2025 09:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

“Indian secularism, though formally articulated in 1976, has always been embedded in the country’s civilisational and constitutional foundations. Critically analyse the evolution and contemporary relevance of secularism in India.” (250 words)

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15 Jul 2025 05:32

Q2. Assertion (A): India’s Out-of-Pocket Expenditure (OOPE) on health has declined significantly in recent years, dropping from over 62% to below 40%.
Reason (R): The Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) guarantees universal healthcare as a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution.
Which of the following statements 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

24 Jul 2025 05:34

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Linguistic pride and imposition are both facets of India's ongoing cultural federalism. Discuss the constitutional, social, and political dimensions of this issue in light of recent debates. (250 words)

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23 Jul 2025 14:21

Q8. With reference to the constitutional and legal provisions regarding the impeachment of a High Court judge and conduct of parliamentary sessions, consider the following statements:
1. Once an impeachment motion against a High Court judge is admitted in either House of Parliament, a judicial inquiry committee is mandatorily set up by the Presiding Officer of that House.
2. The Constitution specifies a fixed number of days within which each session of Parliament must be announced before commencement.
3. The admissibility and process of an impeachment motion against a High Court judge are governed by the Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968.
Which of the above statements is correct?
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 only
(C) 3 only
(D) 2 and 3 only

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Jul 2025 14:19

Q6. With reference to policing and custodial reforms in India, consider the following statements:
1. The Model Police Act, 2006, proposed by the Police Reforms Committee, includes provisions for community policing and human rights training.
2. India is a signatory to the United Nations Convention Against Torture (UNCAT) but has not ratified it yet.
3. As per current Indian law, all custodial interrogations must be conducted in the presence of a magistrate.
Which one of the above statements is/ are correct?
Options:
(A) 1 and 3 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 2 only
(D) All of the above

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Jul 2025 05:23

Q4. Assertion (A): Legislative productivity in India has declined over the years, leading to weakening of executive accountability and poor-quality lawmaking.
Reason (R): Only 10% of Bills in the 17th Lok Sabha were referred to parliamentary committees.
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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Jul 2025 05:22

Q2. With reference to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, consider the following statements:
1. Under Indian law, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has the authority to verify citizenship status while revising electoral rolls.
2. The Supreme Court of India has previously held that prior inclusion in the electoral roll is prima facie evidence of citizenship.
3.Voter ID cards issued by the ECI are legally recognised as conclusive proof of Indian citizenship.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 only
(C) 2 and 3 only
(D) 1, 2 and 3

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Jul 2025 18:50

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Critically examine the legal status of the right to vote in India. How does it differ from constitutional and fundamental rights? Evaluate the implications of this classification on electoral democracy in light of recent judicial and legislative developments. (250 Words).

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22 Jul 2025 03:34

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Despite the existence of the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955, untouchability persists in subtle and overt forms. Critically analyse the systemic shortcomings in its implementation and suggest a robust institutional framework to ensure the eradication of caste-based discrimination in India. (250 Words).

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21 Jul 2025 17:45

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

"Apocalyptic politics, by framing disagreement as destruction and opposition as threat, corrodes democratic norms and federal balance." Analyse this emerging trend in Indian politics with reference to constitutional principles, federal governance, and the health of electoral democracy. (250 Words).

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20 Jul 2025 15:21

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19 Jul 2025 17:20

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Despite various government interventions, women-led MSMEs in India continue to face limited access to formal credit and systemic barriers. Examine the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in accessing finance. Suggest structural reforms to bridge the gender credit gap in the MSME sector. (250 Words).

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16 Jul 2025 15:33

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

“The growing disconnect between education and employment in India is not just a challenge of unemployment but a deeper crisis of unemployability.” Critically examine this statement in the context of India’s structural reforms in the education-to-employment pipeline. (250 words)

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16 Jul 2025 14:19

Q2. With reference to the National Overseas Scholarship (NOS) scheme, consider the following statements:
1. The National Overseas Scholarship is a fundamental right under Article 21A of the Constitution of India.
2. The Ministry of Education administers the NOS scheme to support higher education for marginalised communities abroad.
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 Jul 2025 05:01

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

15 Jul 2025 05:32

Q3. With reference to language policy and education in India, consider the following statements:
1. The Constitution of India provides for a three-language formula to be uniformly followed by all States.
2. The imposition of any particular language in State-run schools without stakeholder consultation may violate the spirit of federalism embedded in the 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

15 Jul 2025 05:31

Q1. With reference to the 2025 Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, consider the following statements:
1. Section 21 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950 empowers the Election Commission to carry out a special revision of electoral rolls at any time.
2. All voters, including those enrolled before 2003, must submit documentary proof to retain their names in the roll.
3. No name shall be deleted from the roll without inquiry and giving the elector a reasonable opportunity to be heard, as per the RPA, 1950.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3