UPSC Constitution and Polity PYQs 2018 | Vaidra

1Mediummains10 marks

Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies

"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. (Answer in 150 words)

2Mediummains15 marks

Comparison of the Indian constitutional scheme with that of other countries

India and USA are two large democracies. Examine the basic tenets on which the two political systems are based. (Answer in 250 words)

3Mediummains10 marks

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

Why do you think the committees are considered to be useful for parliamentary work? Discuss, in this context, the role of the Estimates Committee. (Answer in 150 words)

4Mediummains10 marks

Salient features of the Representation of People's Act

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? (Answer in 150 words)

5Mediummains15 marks

Constitution and PolityGovernance and Social Justice

How far do you agree with the view that tribunals curtail the jurisdiction of ordinary courts? In view of the above, discuss the constitutional validity and competency of the tribunals in India. (Answer in 250 words)

6Mediummains15 marks

Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions

Whether the Supreme Court Judgement (July 2018) can settle the political tussle between the Lt. Governor and elected government of Delhi? Examine. (Answer in 250 words)

7Mediummains15 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

Assess the importance of the 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? (Answer in 250 words)

8Mediummains10 marks

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

Under what circumstances can the Financial Emergency be proclaimed by the President of India? What consequences follow when such a declaration remains in force? (Answer in 150 words)

9Mediummains15 marks

Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies

How is the Finance Commission of India constituted? What do you know about the terms of reference of the recently constituted Finance Commission? Discuss. (Answer in 250 words)

Constitution and Polity UPSC PYQ 2018