UPSC Constitution and Polity PYQs 2013 | Vaidra

1Mediummains10 marks

Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies

The product diversification of financial institutions and insurance companies, resulting in overlapping of products and services strengthens the case for the merger of the two regulatory agencies, namely SEBI and IRDA. Justify. [200 words]

2Mediummains10 marks

Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein

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]

3Mediummains10 marks

Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein

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]

4Mediummains10 marks

Parliament and State legislatures - structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges and issues arising out of these

The role of individual MPs (Members of Parliament) has diminished over the years and as a result healthy constructive debates on policy issues are not usually witnessed. How far can this be attributed to the anti-defection law which was legislated but with a different intention? [200 words]

5Mediummains10 marks

Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein

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]

6Mediummains10 marks

Indian Constitution - historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure

Discuss Section 66A of IT Act, with reference to its alleged violation of Article 19 of the Constitution. [200 words]

7Mediummains10 marks

Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions

'The Supreme Court of India keeps a check on arbitrary power of the Parliament in amending the Constitution.' Discuss critically. [200 words]

Constitution and Polity UPSC PYQ 2013