"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.

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

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

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.

The citizen 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 full realization of its promise and suggest measures to overcome them.

What are the aims and objectives of recently passed and enforced, The Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024? Whether University/State Education Board examinations, too, are covered under the Act?

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

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

Skill development programmes have succeeded in increasing human resources supply to various sectors. In the context of the statement analyse the linkages between, education, skill and employment.

Development and welfare schemes for the vulnerable sections, by its nature, are discriminatory in approach. Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.

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.

Discuss the role of the Competition Commission of India in containing the abuse of dominant position by the Multi-National Corporations in India. Refer to the recent decisions.

The crucial aspect of development process has been the inadequate attention paid to Human resource development in India. Suggest measures to that can address this inadequacy.

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.

The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 remains only a legal document without intense sensitisation of government functionaries and citizens regarding disability. Comment.

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

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

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

Can the vicious cycle of gender inequality, poverty and malnutrition be broken through microfinancing of women SHGs? Explain with examples.

“Pressure groups play a vital role in influencing public policy making in India.” Explain how the business associations contribute to public policies.

National Education Policy 2020 is in conformity with the Sustainable Development Goals-4 (2030). It intended to restructure and re-orient the education system in India. Critically examine the statement.

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

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

In order to enhance the prospects of social development, sound and adequate health care policies are needed particularly in the fields of geriatric and maternal health care. Discuss

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.

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

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

The Citizen’s Charter is an ideal instrument of organisational transparency and accountability, but it has its own limitations. Identify the limitations and suggest measures for greater effectiveness of the Citizen’s Charters.

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

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

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 arerequired in Civil Services? Comment

Poverty Alleviation Programmes in India remain mere showpieces until and unless they are backed by political will. Discuss with reference to the performance of the major poverty alleviation programmes in India.

Demographic Dividend in India will
remain only theoretical unless our
manpower becomes more educated,
aware, skilled and creative.” What
measures have been taken by the
government to enhance the capacity
of our population to be more productive
and employable?

Traditional bureaucratic structure and
culture have hampered the process of
socio-economic development in India.”
Comment.

Has the Indian governmental system
responded adequately to the demands
of Liberalization, Privatization and
Globalization started in 1991? What
can the government do to be responsive
to this important change?

In the integrity index of Transparency
International, India stands very low.
Discuss briefly the legal, political,
social and cultural factors that have
caused the decline of public morality
in India.

Effectiveness of the government
system at various levels and people’s
participation in the governance system
are interdependent/”. Discuss their
relationship in the context of India.

In the Indian governance system, the
role of non-state actors has been only
marginal.” Critically examine this
statement.

Professor Amartya Sen has advocated
important reforms in the realms of
primary education and primary health
care. What are your suggestions to
improve their status and performance?

In the light of the Satyam Scandal (2009), discuss the changes brought in corporate governance to ensure transparency and accountability.

Though there have been several different estimates of poverty in India, all indicate a reduction in poverty over time. Do you agree? Critically examine with reference to urban and rural poverty indicators.

The Public health system has limitations in providing universal health coverage. Do you think that the private sector can help in bridging the gap? What other viable alternatives do you suggest?

The quality of higher education in India requires major improvement to make it internationally competitive. Do you think that the entry of foreign educational institutions would help improve the quality of technical and higher education in the country? Discuss.

How can the role of NGOs be strengthened in India for development works relating to the protection of the Environment? Discuss throwing light on the major constraints.

The Self Help Group (SHG) Bank Linkage Program (SBLP), which is India’s innovation, has proved to be one of the most effective poverty alleviation and women empowerment programmes. Elucidate.

Has the Cadre based Civil Services Organization been the cause of slow growth in India? Critically examine.

Do government’s schemes for up-lifting vulnerable and backward communities by protecting required social resources for them, lead to their exclusion in establishing businesses in urban economies?

The penetration of Self Help Groups (SHGs) in rural areas in promoting participation in development programmes is facing socio-cultural hurdles. Examine.

Though 100 percent FDI is already allowed in non-news media like a trade publication and general entertainment channel, the government is mulling over the proposal for increased FDI in news media for quite some time. What difference would an increase in FDI make? Critically evaluate the pros and cons.

Though Citizen’s charters have been formulated by many public service delivery organizations, there is no corresponding improvement in the level of citizens’ satisfaction and quality of services being provided. Analyse.

The legitimacy and accountability of Self Help Groups (SHGs) and their patrons, the micro-finance outfits, need systematic assessment and scrutiny for the sustained success of the concept. Discuss.

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.

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 a larger number of smaller States would bring in effective governance at the State level? Discuss.