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Political Science UPSC PYQ 2019

16 questions from the UPSC 2019 examination. Showing a preview of 3 below — generate a full practice test to solve the rest.

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1Medium50 marks
Q1 (Paper 2). Answer the following questions in about 150 words each (10x5=50 marks):
(a) Discuss the utility of Nuclear Deterrence Theory in the context of the recent standoff between India and Pakistan.
(b) Write a brief note on the 17th NAM Summit in Venezuela.
(c) In what way does the predominance of the USA in the UN funding affect its decision-making?
(d) Evaluate the role of BIMSTEC in multi-sectoral technical and economic cooperation.
(e) Do you think that sustainable development goals are really attainable by 2030?
2Medium50 marks
Q4 (Paper 2).
(a) How are the rising powers challenging the USA and Western dominance in the IMF and the World Bank? (20 marks)
(b) Write an essay on 'New Social Movements' in developing countries. (15 marks)
(c) Is democracy promotion in developing countries a feasible idea? (15 marks)
3Medium50 marks
Q2 (Paper 2).
(a) Examine the significance of the comparative method in political analysis. Discuss its limitations. (20 marks)
(b) Explain the reasons for low voter turnout in democratic countries with suitable examples. (15 marks)
(c) Evaluate the role of the International Court of Justice in inter-State disputes. (15 marks)

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