2019 TEST PAPER

1. Do you think that constitution of India does not accept principle of strict separation of powers rather it is based on the principle of "checks and balance’? Explain.

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2. "The Central Administration Tribunal which was established for redressal of grievances and complaints by or against central government employees, nowadays is exercising its powers as an independent judicial authority.” Explain.

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3. What are the methods used by the Farmers organizations to influence the policymakers in India and how effective are these methods?

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4. From the resolution of contentious issues regarding distribution of legislative powers by the courts, "Principle of Federal Supremacy” and "Harmonious Construction” have emerged. Explain.

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5. What can France learn from the Indian Constitution’s approach to secularism?

[150 words] 10

6. On what grounds a people’s representative can be disqualified under the Representation of People Act, 1951? Also mention the remedies available to such person against his disqualification.

[250 words] 15

7. "Parliament’s power to amend the Constitution is a limited power and it cannot be enlarged into absolute power.” In the

8. "The reservation of seats for women in the institutions of local self- government has had a limited impact on the patriarchal character of the Indian Political Process.” Comment.

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9. "The Attorney-General is the chief legal adviser and lawyer of the Government of India.” Discuss.

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10. Individual Parliamentarian’s role as the national lawmaker is on a decline, which in turn, has adversely impacted the quality of debates and their outcome. Discuss.

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