75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2024 – Polity
Polity
Topic: Pressure Groups and Formal/Informal Associations and their Role in the Polity.
Q1. What do you understand by Pressure Groups? Critically analyze their role in strengthening the democratic fabric of the country. 10M
Key Demand of the question:
To explain the concept of pressure groups and critically analyze their role in enhancing democracy in India.
Directive:
Critically analyze – Examine both positive and negative aspects and provide a balanced view.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Define pressure groups and briefly explain their purpose and function in a democratic society.
Body:
First part: Strengthening the democratic fabric of society
Representation of diverse interests.
Influence on policy-making.
Role in ensuring government accountability.
Raising public awareness.
Second Part: Challenges
Potential for undue influence.
Lack of accountability.
Possible disruption of public order.
Conclusion:
Suggest measures to ensure that pressure groups operate transparently and ethically to truly strengthen the democratic fabric of the country.
Topic: Parliament and State Legislatures-Powers & Privileges and Issues Arising out of these.
Q2. Article 105 of the Constitution provides the Parliament and its members with various privileges and immunities, many of which remain uncodified and unspecified. What are the reasons for the lack of legal codification of these parliamentary privileges? Suggest measures to address this issue. (250 words, 15M)
Key Demand of the question:
To explain the reasons for the absence of legal codification of parliamentary privileges and suggest measures to address this issue.
Directive:
Suggest – Provide well-thought-out and practical recommendations.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction :
Briefly explain Article 105 and its significance.
Body:
First part: Highlight some problems with the lack of codification.
Uncertainty and ambiguity, Potential for misuse, Public accountability
Second part: Reasons for Lack of Codification
Historical context and reliance on British conventions.
Flexibility and adaptability of un-codified privileges.
Political resistance to limiting parliamentary freedom.
Complexity and evolving nature of parliamentary functions.
Third part: Measures to Address the Issue
Formulating a comprehensive legal framework.
Establishing a parliamentary committee to review and recommend codification.
Ensuring transparency and public awareness of parliamentary privileges.
Judicial oversight to address any misuse of privileges.
Conclusion:
Emphasize the importance of balancing parliamentary privileges with accountability and the need for clear and codified rules to enhance trust in democratic institutions.
ETHICS
Q3. Discuss the role of social media in changing one’s attitude, particularly the youth. 10M
Key Demand of question: To discuss the positive and negative impact of social media on people’s attitudes.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction: Begin by connecting about social media in attitude shaping.
Body:
- First, elaborate on how social media changes youth’s positive attitude.
- Then explain its negative impacts on youth in shaping attitude.
- Mention some way ahead.
Conclusion: Summarize by highlighting the importance of attitude shaping in the present situation.
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