Analyse the dynamics of Centre-State relations in India, evaluate constitutional provisions protecting federalism, and discuss Supreme Court cases that have shaped this balance.

Topic: Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein. Q4. Analyse the dynamics of Centre-State relations in India, evaluate constitutional provisions protecting federalism, and discuss Supreme Court cases that have shaped this balance. (15M) …

Examine the constitutional position of High Court autonomy vis-à-vis the Supreme Court’s role in safeguarding the rule of law. Analyse the key challenges in reconciling these two imperatives. Propose institutional mechanisms to ensure functional harmony within the higher judiciary.

Topic: Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary Q3. Examine the constitutional position of High Court autonomy vis-à-vis the Supreme Court’s role in safeguarding the rule of law. Analyse the key challenges in reconciling these two imperatives. Propose institutional mechanisms to ensure functional harmony within the higher judiciary. (15 M) Difficulty Level: …

Comptroller & Auditor General

  Syllabus: Polity  Source:  PIB  Context: During the 4th Audit Diwas event in New Delhi, Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla highlighted the critical role of the Comptroller & Auditor General (C&AG) in promoting accountability, transparency, and good governance. About Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG): Basics: Independent Constitutional Office: Established under Article 148, …

National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST):

GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: mechanisms, laws, institutions and bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections.   Context: The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes has been dysfunctional for the last four years and has not delivered a single report to Parliament, a parliamentary committee has said in a recent report.   …