UPSC CSE (Main) 2017 · Optional
Public Administration · Paper II · 2017
28 questions from UPSC's own paper, Indian Administration.
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- Section A
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Q1(a) · 10 marks · 150 words
"Constitutionalism is the foundation of the administrative edifice in India." Discuss.
2. Philosophical and Constitutional framework of Government Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q1(b) · 10 marks · 150 words
"The status and functioning of the Cabinet Secretariat face a stiff challenge from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO)." Argue both in favour and against the contention.
4. Union Government and Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q1(c) · 10 marks · 150 words
"Effectiveness of local self-government institutions is hampered due to the lack of capacity building of the elected representatives." Elaborate.
11. Rural Development Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q1(d) · 10 marks · 150 words
"Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) in India face tough competition from the private enterprises and Multi-National Corporations (MNCs)." Explain.
3. Public Sector Undertakings Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q1(e) · 10 marks · 150 words
Do you think that 'All India Judicial Service (AIJS)' would contribute to timely delivery of justice to the citizens? Argue your case.
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Q2(a) · 20 marks
"The market reforms have not infringed the basic structure of the Constitution of India, but have largely compromised the realisation of the ideals of social and economic justice." Comment.
2. Philosophical and Constitutional framework of Government Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q2(b) · 20 marks
"The idea of lateral entry into the Civil Services would energise Indian administration." What are its possible advantages and limitations?
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Q2(c) · 10 marks
"Pro-Active Governance And Timely Implementation (PRAGATI) is an innovative project of the Union Government." Discuss its features and modalities.
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Q3(a) · 20 marks
"The position of the Council of Ministers in a State is reduced to that of a body of secretaries in the presence of a domineering Chief Minister." Critically analyse with examples.
6. State Government and Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q3(b) · 20 marks
"Indianisation of Public Services is a slow but steady process." Explain.
1. Evolution of Indian Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q3(c) · 10 marks
"Digitalisation of land records is a necessary but not sufficient precondition for ensuring transparent district administration." Explain.
7. District Administration since Independence Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q4(a) · 20 marks
"Bureaucracy has to make a balance between the need for environmental sustainability and developmental imperatives." Discuss.
2. Philosophical and Constitutional framework of Government Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q4(b) · 20 marks
"The Chief Secretary is often termed as the alter ego of the Chief Minister." Discuss, with examples, the dynamics of their relationships in State administration.
6. State Government and Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q4(c) · 10 marks
"District Planning Committee (DPC) has been the weakest structure in the local self-government mechanism in India." Analyse with examples.
5. Plans and Priorities Write this answer — get it evaluated →
- Section B
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Q5(a) · 10 marks · 150 words
"The institution of Gram Sabha has very little connection with the Gandhian spirit of direct democracy." Critically examine.
11. Rural Development Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q5(b) · 10 marks · 150 words
"There is a need for greater inclusion of technocrats in bureaucracy to ensure effective governance in India." Do you agree? Elucidate.
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Q5(c) · 10 marks · 150 words
"Civil Servants should avoid airing grievances in the media." In this context, discuss the grievance redressal mechanism available to the Civil Servants in India.
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Q5(d) · 10 marks · 150 words
Do you think that the Public Service Guarantee Acts passed by various State Governments are an extension of the Citizen Charters? Give reasons.
14. Significant issues in Indian Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q5(e) · 10 marks · 150 words
"The Office of the Controller General of Accounts (CGA) is expected to strengthen public financial management in India." Discuss its mandate.
9. Financial Management Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q6(a) · 20 marks
"The Prime Minister's Awards for Excellence in Public Administration encourage good governance initiatives." Discuss some such initiatives by the Civil Servants in this context.
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Q6(b) · 20 marks
"Implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST) has led to a paradigm shift in the Centre-State relations, both financially and politically." Analyse with examples.
6. State Government and Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q6(c) · 10 marks
"The Right to Information (RTI) has started its journey but is far from its destination." Comment.
14. Significant issues in Indian Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q7(a) · 20 marks
"Disaster preparedness and management has become an important component of district administration in India." Discuss with suitable illustrations.
14. Significant issues in Indian Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q7(b) · 20 marks
In view of the contemporary internal scenario should 'law and order' be made a part of the Concurrent List of the Constitution of India? Justify your opinion.
13. Law and Order Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q7(c) · 10 marks
"The image of Indian Police can be improved if its structure and orientations are transformed radically." Do you agree? Elaborate.
13. Law and Order Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q8(a) · 20 marks
Discuss, with suitable examples, the emerging challenges faced by the Regulatory Commissions as the arbitrating agents between the State and the market forces.
14. Significant issues in Indian Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q8(b) · 20 marks
"The 'policy of non-action' regarding the institutional mechanisms and legal provisions to eradicate corruption is a feature of Indian administration." Critically examine.
14. Significant issues in Indian Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q8(c) · 10 marks
"The Second Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) makes a strong case for the principle of subsidiarity." Elaborate.
10. Administrative Reforms since Independence Write this answer — get it evaluated →