UPSC CSE (Main) 2024 · Optional
Public Administration · Paper II · 2024
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
"Ethics in Public services has been the main concern of Kautilya's Arthashastra." Examine the statement.
1. Evolution of Indian Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q1(b) · 10 marks · 150 words
"The Mughal Administration was by nature centralised." Analyse.
1. Evolution of Indian Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q1(c) · 10 marks · 150 words
"Autonomy to Public Undertakings is a myth." Analyse.
3. Public Sector Undertakings Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q1(d) · 10 marks · 150 words
"It should be people's Prime Minister Office (PMO), it can't be Prime Minister's PMO." Comment.
4. Union Government and Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q1(e) · 10 marks · 150 words
"Implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST) has led to a Paradigm shift in the centre-state relations, both financially and politically." Analyse.
6. State Government and Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q2(a) · 20 marks
The National Data and Analysis Platform (NDAP) of NITI Aayog facilitates a robust ecosystem to promote democratisation and inclusivity in development. Discuss.
5. Plans and Priorities Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q2(b) · 20 marks
Examine the impact on administration in view of changing relations between political and permanent executive.
2. Philosophical and Constitutional framework of Government Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q2(c) · 10 marks
Decentralised planning enhances economic development and social justice. Analyse.
5. Plans and Priorities Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q3(a) · 20 marks
"The role of State Finance Commission in distribution of finances between state and local governments is vital." Discuss.
6. State Government and Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q3(b) · 20 marks
"Centre-state relations are undergoing a drastic change." Elaborate.
6. State Government and Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q3(c) · 10 marks
"There has been a strain in relations between Governor and State governments in the recent past." Examine.
6. State Government and Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q4(a) · 20 marks
Public sector undertakings have been the bedrock of welfarism in India for many decades. Evaluate the pros and cons of current disinvestment scenario.
3. Public Sector Undertakings Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q4(b) · 20 marks
The collegium system of appointments to higher judiciary has been the cornerstone of independence of judiciary. It has remained as the subject of debates in the recent past. Discuss.
4. Union Government and Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q4(c) · 10 marks
The concept of bureaucratic authoritarianism is one of the models of non-democratic rules. Explain.
2. Philosophical and Constitutional framework of Government Write this answer — get it evaluated →
- Section B
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Q5(a) · 10 marks · 150 words
The constitutional stature provided to the Public Service Commissions accord them the autonomy to work towards fair recruitments. Comment.
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Q5(b) · 10 marks · 150 words
"The neutrality of civil service has become a myth." Comment.
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Q5(c) · 10 marks · 150 words
Examine the role of Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) in protecting the interests of consumers.
14. Significant issues in Indian Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q5(d) · 10 marks · 150 words
"Parliamentary control over public expenditure is declining." Comment.
9. Financial Management Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q5(e) · 10 marks · 150 words
"The Liberalization, Privatization and Globalization (LPG) has enhanced the participation of private sector in Indian Economy." Comment.
3. Public Sector Undertakings Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q6(a) · 20 marks
"The success of administrative reforms in a country like India depends upon the political will." Comment.
10. Administrative Reforms since Independence Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q6(b) · 20 marks
The journey of transformation of local governance has been long. Examine the challenges to realise the spirit of gram swaraj.
11. Rural Development Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q6(c) · 10 marks
With what aims and objectives was the Capacity Building Commission established? Evaluate how far it has come in realising the goals.
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Q7(a) · 20 marks
The separation of police investigation and prosecution has its own benefits and challenges. Analyse in context of recent developments.
13. Law and Order Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q7(b) · 20 marks
Lack of financial resources and independence in managing local funding is hindering the economic and social development of urban areas. Discuss.
12. Urban Local Government Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q7(c) · 10 marks
National Investigation Agency (NIA) is playing an important role in countering terrorism. Comment.
13. Law and Order Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q8(a) · 20 marks
Police-Public relations are poor in India. What measures are required to strengthen these relations?
13. Law and Order Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q8(b) · 20 marks
The office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India and its functioning is away from the public eye. Still it is one of the most important office under the constitution. Discuss.
9. Financial Management Write this answer — get it evaluated →
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Q8(c) · 10 marks
Critically examine the problems of administration in coalition regimes.
14. Significant issues in Indian Administration Write this answer — get it evaluated →