Governance

2017 · Q610 marks150 words

"To ensure effective implementation of policies addressing water, sanitation and hygiene needs the identification of the beneficiary segments is to be synchronized with the anticipated outcomes." Examine the statement in the context of the WASH scheme.

2017 · Q1615 marks250 words

"The emergence of the Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in contemporary times points to the slow but steady withdrawal of the State from developmental activities." Examine the role of the SHGs in developmental activities and the measures taken by the Government of India to promote the SHGs.

2017 · Q1815 marks250 words

Initially Civil Services in India were designed to achieve the goals of neutrality and effectiveness, which seems to be lacking in the present context. Do you agree with the view that drastic reforms are required in Civil Services? Comment.

2018 · Q610 marks150 words

"Policy contradictions among various competing sectors and stakeholders have resulted in inadequate 'protection and prevention of degradation' to environment." Comment with relevant illustrations.

2018 · Q810 marks150 words

E-governance is not only about utilization of the power of new technology, but also much about critical importance of the 'use value' of information. Explain.

2018 · Q1815 marks250 words

The Citizens' Charter is an ideal instrument of organizational transparency and accountability, but it has its own limitations. Identify the limitations and suggest measures for greater effectiveness of the Citizens' Charter.

2019 · Q810 marks150 words

Implementation of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) based Projects/Programmes usually suffers in terms of certain vital factors. Identify these factors, and suggest measures for their effective implementation.

2019 · Q1615 marks250 words

'In the context of neo-liberal paradigm of development planning, multi-level planning is expected to make operations cost-effective and remove many implementation blockages.' — Discuss.

2019 · Q1715 marks250 words

The need for cooperation among various service sectors has been an inherent component of development discourse. Partnership bridges the gap among the sectors. It also sets in motion a culture of 'collaboration' and 'team spirit'. In the light of statements above examine India's development process.

2020 · Q210 marks150 words

"Recent amendments to the Right to information Act will have profound impact on the autonomy and independence of the Information Commission." Discuss.

2020 · Q710 marks150 words

"Institutional quality is a crucial driver of economic performance." In this context suggest reforms in Civil Service for strengthening democracy.

2020 · Q810 marks150 words

"The emergence of Fourth Industrial Revolution (Digital Revolution) has initiated e-Governance as an integral part of government." Discuss.

2021 · Q1615 marks250 words

Has digital illiteracy, particularly in rural areas, coupled with lack of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) accessibility hindered socio-economic development? Examine with justification.

2021 · Q1815 marks250 words

Can Civil Society and Non-Governmental Organizations present an alternative model of public service delivery to benefit the common citizen? Discuss the challenges of this alternative model.

2022 · Q610 marks150 words

The Gati-Shakti Yojana needs meticulous coordination between the government and the private sector to achieve the goal of connectivity. Discuss.

2022 · Q810 marks150 words

Reforming the government delivery system through the Direct Benefit Transfer Scheme is a progressive step, but it has its limitations too. Comment.

2022 · Q1715 marks250 words

Do you agree with the view that increasing dependence on donor agencies for development reduces the importance of community participation in the development process? Justify your answer.

2023 · Q810 marks150 words

e-governance, as a critical tool of governance, has ushered in effectiveness, transparency and accountability in governments. What inadequacies hamper the enhancement of these features?

2024 · Q610 marks150 words

Public charitable trusts have the potential to make India's development more inclusive as they relate to certain vital public issues. Comment.

2024 · Q810 marks150 words

The Doctrine of Democratic Governance makes it necessary that the public perception of the integrity and commitment of civil servants becomes absolutely positive. Discuss.

2024 · Q1615 marks250 words

The Citizens' charter has been a landmark initiative in ensuring citizen-centric administration. But it is yet to reach its full potential. Identify the factors hindering the realisation of its promise and suggest measures to overcome them.

2024 · Q1815 marks250 words

e-governance is not just about the routine application of digital technology in service delivery process. It is as much about multifarious interactions for ensuring transparency and accountability. In this context evaluate the role of the 'Interactive Service Model' of e-governance.

2025 · Q710 marks150 words

e-governance projects have a built-in bias towards technology and back-end integration than user-centric designs. Examine.

2025 · Q810 marks150 words

Civil Society Organizations are often perceived as being anti-State actors than non-State actors. Do you agree? Justify.

2025 · Q1715 marks250 words

"In contemporary development models, decision-making and problem-solving responsibilities are not located close to the source of information and execution defeating the objectives of development." Critically evaluate.

2026 · Q810 marks150 words

Analyse the advantages and limitations of the generalist structure of the Indian Civil Services in contemporary governance.

2026 · Q1615 marks250 words

“Transparency and accountability in governance are not about controlling corruption but about creating the trust of stakeholders in the policy process by following the Rule of Law and Participatory Governance.” Comment.

2026 · Q1715 marks250 words

Can the constitutional mandate of rights-based welfare be effectively realised in the context of non-integrated governance and minimal public investment? Examine.