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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)

In 2016, the Election Commission of India proposed several electoral reforms to address challenges in the electoral process, aiming to strengthen democracy, reduce corruption, and…

The Indian Constitution has provisions for holding a joint session of the two houses of the Parliament. Enumerate the occasions when this would normally happen and also the occasions when it cannot, with reasons thereof.

The Indian Constitution provides for joint sessions of Parliament under Article 108 to resolve deadlocks between the two houses, the Lok Sabha and the Rajya…

Examine the scope of Fundamental Rights in the light of the latest judgement of the Supreme Court on Right to Privacy.

The right to privacy in India was recognized as a fundamental right by the Supreme Court in the landmark case of Justice K.S. Puttaswamy (Retd.)…

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 a common national market for goods and services’? (250 words)

The Constitution (One Hundred and First Amendment) Act, 2016 introduced the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India, aiming to streamline the taxation system and…

What are the main functions of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)? Explain different functional commissions attached to it.

The United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) is a principal organ of the UN responsible for coordinating economic, social, and related work across various…

‘China is using its economic relations and positive trade surplus as tools to develop potential military power status in Asia’, In the light of this statement, discuss its impact on India as her neighbour. (150 words)

China’s economic relations and positive trade surplus have been used as tools to develop potential military power status in Asia, impacting India as its neighbor.…

Hunger and Poverty are the biggest challenges for good governance in India still today. Evaluate how far successive governments have progressed in dealing with these humongous problems. Suggest measures for improvement.

India has made progress in addressing hunger and poverty, but these issues remain significant challenges for good governance. India has achieved self-sufficiency in food production…

Does the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 ensure an effective mechanism for empowerment and inclusion of the intended beneficiaries in the society? Discuss

The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 (RPWD Act) aims to empower and include persons with disabilities in society. The Act addresses several aspects:…