06, February 2014
1. Should the current caste-based reservation system be replaced with an economic criteria-based regime? Critically comment. (200 Words)
2. “The proposed the Prevention of Communal Violence (Access to Justice and Reparations) Bill, 2014 violates the spirit of federalism.” Examine. (200 Words)
3. Is self-determination by the Kashmiri people a right solution to the Kashmir problem? Substantiate. (200 Words)
4. Write a note on the role of Indian Navy in ensuring peace and security in the Indian and Pacific Ocean region. (200 Words)
5. What measures has Indian taken to stop child abuse and to ensure protection of children in line with the UN guidelines? Explain. (200 Words)
6. “The basis of corruption in India is the growing black economy propelled by widespread illegality in a variety of economic activities and the disruption of the democratic institutions.” Elaborate. (200 Words)
7. “Some Indians in the U.S., unlike in India, can succeed thanks to the meritocracy that is the corner-stone of the American system.” Do you agree with this assessment? Comment. (200 Words)
8. Why is there a need for UNSC reforms? Examine. (200 Words)
9. “The answer to cleaning air and water lies in reforming our regulatory framework.” Comment. (200 Words)
