2013 TEST PAPER

1. The role of individual MPs (Members of Parliament) has diminished over the years and as a result healthy constructive

2. Discuss Section 66A of IT Act, with reference to its alleged violation of Article 19 of the Constitution. [200 words] 10

3. 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] 10

4. "The Supreme Court of India keeps a check on arbitrary power of the Parliament in amending the Constitution.” Discuss critically.

[200 words] 10

5. 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 more number of smaller States would bring in effective governance at State level? Discuss.

[200 words] 10

6. 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] 10

7. 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] 10

8. 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.

[200 words] 10

9. "A national Lokpal, however strong it may be, cannot resolve the problems of immorality in public affairs.” Discuss.

[200 words] 10

10. What is meant by Gujral doctrine? Does it have any relevance today? Discuss.

[200 words] 10