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3. Recent directives from Ministry of Petroleum and Natural

Gas are perceived by the ‘Nagas’ as a threat to override the

exceptional status enjoyed by the State. Discuss in light of

Article 371A of the Indian Constitution.

[200 words] 10

4. “The Supreme Court of India keeps a check on arbitrary

power of the Parliament in amending the Constitution.”

Discuss critically.

[200 words] 10

5. Many State Governments further bifurcate geographical

administrative areas like Districts and Talukas for better

governance. In light of the above, can it also be justified that

more number of smaller States would bring in effective

governance at State level? Discuss.

[200 words] 10

6. Constitutional mechanisms to resolve the inter-state water

disputes have failed to address and solve the problems. Is

the failure due to structural or process inadequacy or both?

Discuss.

[200 words] 10

7. Discuss the recommendations of the 13th Finance

Commission which have been a departure from the previous

commissions for strengthening the local government

finances.

[200 words] 10

8. Pressure group politics is sometimes seen as the informal

face of politics. With regards to the above, assess the

structure and functioning of pressure groups in India.

[200 words] 10

9. “A national Lokpal, however strong it may be, cannot resolve

the problems of immorality in public affairs.” Discuss.

[200 words] 10

10. What is meant by Gujral doctrine? Does it have any

2014 TEST PAPER

1. Starting from inventing the “basic structure” doctrine, the

judiciary has played a highly proactive role in ensuring that

India develops into a thriving democracy. In light of the

statement, evaluate the role played by judicial activism in

achieving the ideals of democracy.

[200 words] 12Vz

2. Though the federal principle is dominant in our Constitution

and that principle is one of its basic features, but it is equally

true that federalism under the Indian Constitution leans in

favour of a strong Centre, a feature that militates against the

concept of strong federalism. Discuss.

[200 words] 12Vz

3. The “Powers, Privileges and Immunities of Parliament and its

Members” as envisaged in Article 105 of the Constitution

leave room for a large number of un-codified and un-

enumerated privileges to continue. Assess the reasons for

the absence of legal codification of the “parliamentary

privileges’. How can this problem be addressed?

[200 words] 12V2

4. What do you understand by the concept “freedom of speech

and expression’? Does it cover hate speech also? Why do

the films in India stand on a slightly different plane from other

forms of expression? Discuss.

[200 words] 12V2

5. Instances of President’s delay in commuting death sentences

has come under public debate as denial of justice. Should

there be a time limit specified for the President to

accept/reject such petitions? Analyse.

[200 words] 12V2

as a team. How far is the efficacy of a government then

inversely related to the size of the cabinet? Discuss.

[200 words] 12V2

7. National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in India can be

most effective when its tasks are adequately supported by

other mechanisms that ensure the accountability of a

government. In light of the above observation assess the role

of NHRC as an effective complement to the judiciary and

other institutions in promoting and protecting humans rights

2015 TEST PAPER

1. Discuss the possible factors that inhibit India from enacting

for its citizens a uniform civil code as provided for in the

Directive Principles of State Policy.

[200 words] 12V2

2. The concept of cooperative federalism has been increasingly

emphasized in recent years. Highlight the drawbacks in the

existing structure and the extent to which cooperative

federalism would answer the shortcomings.

[200 words] 12V2

3. In absence of a well-educated and organized local level

government-system, ‘Panchayats’ and ‘Samitis’ have

remained mainly political institutions and not effective

instruments of governance. Critically discuss.

[200 words] 12V2

4. Khap Panchayats have been in the news for functioning as

extra-constitutional authorities, often delivering

pronouncements amounting to human rights violations.

Discuss critically the actions taken by the legislative,

executive and the judiciary to set the things right in this

regard.

[200 words] 12V2

5. Resorting to ordinances has always raised concern on

violation of the spirit of separation of powers doctrine. While

noting the rationales justifying the power to promulgate

ordinances, analyze whether the decisions of the Supreme

Court on the issue have further facilitated resorting to this

power. Should the power to promulgate ordinances be

repealed?

[200 words] 12V2

7. Does the right to clean environment entail legal regulations

on burning crackers during Diwali? Discuss in the light of

Article 21 of the Indian Constitution and Judgement(s) of the

Apex Court in this regard.

[200 words] 12½

8. "If amendment bill to the Whistleblowers Act, 2011 tabled in

the Parliament is passed, there may be no one left to

protect." Critically evaluate.

[200 words] 12½

2016 TEST PAPER

1. Discuss the essentials of the 69th Constitutional Amendment

Act and anomalies, if any, that have led to recent reported

conflicts between the elected representatives and the

institution of the Lieutenant Governor in the administration of

Delhi. Do you think that this will give rise to a new trend in the

functioning of the Indian federal politics?

[200 words] 12½

2. To what extent is Article 370 of the Indian Constitution,

bearing marginal note “temporary provision with respect to

the State of Jammu and Kashmir”, temporary? Discuss the

future prospects of this provision in the context of Indian

polity.

[200 words] 12½

3. “The Indian party system is passing through a phase of

transition which looks to be full of contradictions and

paradoxes.” Discuss.

[200 words] 12½

4. Exercise of CAG’s powers in relation to the accounts of the

Union and the States is derived from Article 149 of the Indian

Constitution. Discuss whether audit of the Government’s

policy implementation could amount to overstepping its own

(CAG) jurisdiction.

[200 words] 12½

5. Discuss each adjective attached to the word “Republic” in the

“Preamble’. Are they defendable in the present

circumstances?

[200 words] 12½

6. What was held in the Coelho case? In this context, can you

say that judicial review is of key importance amongst the

7. Did the Government of India Act, 1935 lay down a federal

constitution? Discuss.

[200 words] 12½

8. What is quasi-judicial body? Explain with the help of concrete

examples.

[200 words] 12½

9. Evaluate the economic the strategic dimensions of India’s

Look East policy in the context of the post Cold War

international scenario.

2017 TEST PAPER

1. “The local self-government system in India has not proved to

be effective instrument of governance”. Critically examine the

statement and give your views to improve the situation.

[150 words] 10

2. Critically examine the Supreme Court’s judgement on

“National Judicial Appointments Commission Act, 2014” with

reference to appointment of judges of higher judiciary in

India.

[150 words] 10

3. “Simultaneous election to the Lok Sabha and the State

Assemblies will limit the amount of time and money spent in

electioneering but it will reduce the government’s

accountability to the people” Discuss.

[150 words] 10

4. How do pressure groups influence Indian political process?

Do you agree with this view that informal pressure groups

have emerged as powerful than formal pressure groups in

recent years?

[150 words] 10

5. Discuss the role of Public Accounts Committee in

establishing accountability of the government to the people.

[150 words] 10

6. Explain the salient features of the Constitution (One Hundred

and First Amendment) Act, 2016. Do you think it is

efficacious enough “to remove cascading effect of taxes and

provide for

[250 words] 15

8. The Indian Constitution has provisions for holding joint

session of the two houses of the Parliament. Enumerate the

[250 words] 15

9. To enhance the quality of democracy in India the Election

Commission of India has proposed electoral reforms in 2016.

What are the suggested reforms and how far are they

significant to make democracy successful?

[250 words] 15

2018 TEST PAPER

1. In the light of recent controversy regarding the use of

Electronic Voting Machines (EVM), what are the challenges

before the Election Commission of India to ensure the

trustworthiness of elections in India?

[150 words] 10

2. Whether National Commission for Scheduled Castes

(NCSCJ) can enforce the implementation of constitutional

reservation for the Scheduled Castes in the religious minority

institutions? Examine.

[150 words] 10

3. Under what circumstances can the Financial Emergency be

proclaimed by the President of India? What consequences

follow when such a declaration remains in force?

[150 words] 10

4. Why do you think the committees are considered to be useful

for parliamentary work? Discuss, in this context, the role or

the Estimates Committee.

[150 words] 10

5. “The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has a very vital

role to play.” Explain how this is reflected in the method and

terms of his appointment as well as the range of powers he

can exercise.

[150 words] 10

6. Whether the Supreme Court Judgement (July 2018) can

settle the political tussle between the Lt. Governor and

elected government of Delhi? Examine.

[250 words] 15

7. How far do you agree with the view that tribunals curtail the

jurisdiction of ordinary courts? In view of the above, discuss

[250 words] 15

8. How is the Finance Commission of India constituted? What

do you about the terms of reference of the recently

constituted Finance Commission? Discuss.

[250 words] 15

9. Assess the importance of Panchayat system in India as a

part of local government. Apart from government grants, what

sources the Panchayats can look out for financing

developmental projects.

[250 words] 15

10. India and USA are two large democracies. Examine the

basic tenets on which the two political systems are based.

2019 TEST PAPER

1. Do you think that constitution of India does not accept

principle of strict separation of powers rather it is based on

the principle of “checks and balance’? Explain.

[150 words] 10

2. “The Central Administration Tribunal which was established

for redressal of grievances and complaints by or against

central government employees, nowadays is exercising its

powers as an independent judicial authority.” Explain.

[150 words] 10

3. What are the methods used by the Farmers organizations to

influence the policymakers in India and how effective are

these methods?

[150 words] 10

4. From the resolution of contentious issues regarding

distribution of legislative powers by the courts, “Principle of

Federal Supremacy” and “Harmonious Construction” have

emerged. Explain.

[150 words] 10

5. What can France learn from the Indian Constitution’s

approach to secularism?

[150 words] 10

6. On what grounds a people’s representative can be

disqualified under the Representation of People Act, 1951?

Also mention the remedies available to such person against

his disqualification.

[250 words] 15

7. “Parliament’s power to amend the Constitution is a limited

power and it cannot be enlarged into absolute power.” In the

8. “The reservation of seats for women in the institutions of

local self- government has had a limited impact on the

patriarchal character of the Indian Political Process.”

Comment.

[250 words] 15

9. “The Attorney-General is the chief legal adviser and lawyer of

the Government of India.” Discuss.

[250 words] 15

10. Individual Parliamentarian’s role as the national lawmaker is

on a decline, which in turn, has adversely impacted the

I. LONG ANSWER QUESTIONS

Instructions: Answer the following questions. Answer to each

question should be in about 250 words. Each question carries 30

Marks.

1. How does the parliament exercise control over the Union

Executive? How can it be made more effective?

2. Explain the ways of acquiring and losing Indian Citizenship.

3. Explain the right to freedom of religion as envisaged in the

Indian Constitution.

4. Evaluate the position of the President of India.

5. Discuss the features of the party system in India.

6. Describe the procedure for the amendment of the Indian

Constitution. What are the criticisms levelled against it?

7. Critically examine the extent to which the Directive Principles

of State Policy have been implemented. What measures do

you suggest for their better implementation?

8. Explain the principles of Indian foreign policy.

9. Critically examine the emergency powers of the Indian

President.

10. Describe the relative roles of the Rajya Sabha and the Lok

Sabha in the Indian Political System.

11. Explain the jurisdiction and powers of the Supreme Court.

12. Explain the role played by the NITI Aayog in promoting the

Cooperative Federalism in India.

13. “The Indian Constitution is federal in form but unitary in

spirit”. Discuss.

14. What is the need for promoting National Integration in India?

What measures do you suggest in this regard?

15. Describe the various constitutional provisions for the

protection and development of women and children in India.

16. What has been the controversy regarding the amenability of

Fundamental Rights? What constitutes the “basic structure”

of the Constitution?