Ans. (b)

11. Previous Year UPSC GS Mains Questions

1. How are Chief Justices of High Courts in India appointed? 3 marks (1987)

2. Bring out the issues involved in the appointments and transfer of judges of the Supreme Court and High courts in India. 6 marks (1998)

3. What is the common point between Articles 14 and 226 of the Indian Constitution? 20 marks (2008)

4. Is the High Courts' power to issue 'writs' wider than that of the Supreme Court of India? 15 marks (2006)

5. Write short notes, notes not exceeding 150 words on Role of the Judiciary in India. 20 marks (1979)

6. Discuss the importance of the independence of judiciary in a democracy. 20 marks (1984)

7. Present your views for and against the creation of an All India Judicial Service. 20 marks (1997)

8. What constitutes the doctrine of 'basic features' as introduced into the Constitution of India by the Judiciary? 30marks (2000)

9. Write notes on the Lokpal bill. 10 marks (2007)

10. Do you think there is a need for a review of the Indian Constitution? Justify your view. 30 marks (2008)

11. What are the major changes brought in the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1966 through the recent ordinance promulgated by the President? How far will it improve India’s dispute resolution mechanism? Discuss. 12.5 marks (2015)