Topic: Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India
Q1. “Every generation inherits institutions, but also bears responsibility for renewing them.” Comment. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: IE
Why the question
In the context of growing debates on institutional credibility, youth participation, democratic values and intergenerational responsibility in contemporary Indian society.
Key Demand of the question
The question requires explaining how institutions are inherited as a social legacy, examining the responsibility of each generation in renewing and strengthening them, and highlighting the challenges that hinder institutional renewal.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction
Define institutions as the foundation of social order, continuity and democratic values.
Body
- Inherited institutions: Explain the role of institutions in ensuring continuity, stability and social progress.
- Responsibility for renewal: Mention how each generation strengthens institutions through reforms, ethical conduct and active citizenship.
- Challenges to renewal: Highlight the major social and institutional obstacles affecting their renewal.
Conclusion
Emphasise that sustainable social progress requires every generation to act as both custodian and reformer of institutions.
