UPSC Constitution and Polity PYQs 2022 | Vaidra

1Mediummains10 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

To what extent, in your opinion, has the decentralisation of power in India changed the governance landscape at the grassroots? (Answer in 150 words)

2Mediummains15 marks

Salient features of the Representation of People's Act

Discuss the procedures to decide the disputes arising out of the election of a Member of the Parliament or State Legislature under The Representation of the People Act, 1951. What are the grounds on which the election of any returned candidate may be declared void? What remedy is available to the aggrieved party against the decision? Refer to the case laws. (Answer in 250 words)

3Mediummains15 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

"While the national political parties in India favour centralisation, the regional parties are in favour of State autonomy." Comment. (Answer in 250 words)

4Mediummains10 marks

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

Discuss the role of the Vice-President of India as the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. (Answer in 150 words)

5Mediummains15 marks

Salient features of the Representation of People's Act

Discuss the role of the Election Commission of India in the light of the evolution of the Model Code of Conduct. (Answer in 250 words)

6Mediummains15 marks

Comparison of the Indian constitutional scheme with that of other countries

Critically examine the procedures through which the Presidents of India and France are elected. (Answer in 250 words)

7Mediummains15 marks

Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary - Ministries and Departments of the Government

Discuss the essential conditions for exercise of the legislative powers by the Governor. Discuss the legality of re-promulgation of ordinances by the Governor without placing them before the Legislature. (Answer in 250 words)

8Mediummains10 marks

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

"Right of movement and residence throughout the territory of India are freely available to the Indian citizens, but these rights are not absolute." Comment. (Answer in 150 words)

9Mediummains10 marks

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

Discuss the role of the National Commission for Backward Classes in the wake of its transformation from a statutory body to a constitutional body. (Answer in 150 words)

10Mediummains10 marks

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

"The most significant achievement of modern law in India is the constitutionalization of environmental problems by the Supreme Court." Discuss this statement with the help of relevant case laws. (Answer in 150 words)

Constitution and Polity UPSC PYQ 2022