AssamExam

 

2. “The social value of COVID-19 vaccine exceeds its market value.” Critically
analyze the statement. (Answer in 150 words) 10

 

3. “India’s participation in global agreements on human rights reflects
its commitment to promoting a just and equitable world order.” (Answer in 150 words) 10

4. Discuss this statement with reference to India’s involvement in international
agreements and bodies. Evaluate India’s approach to human rights issues at
the global level. (Answer in 150 words) 10

 

5. Discuss the significant differences between colonial civil service and the
civil service of independent India. Analyze the role of civil service as agents of
change in contemporary India. (Answer in 150 words) 10

 

6. What is Bhutan’s plan for regional economic hub at Gelephu? In what
manner is Assam going to be benefitted by this hub? (Answer in 150 words) 10

 

7. Can State funding of elections bring in transparency in the poll process?
How do the other democracies handle this issue? (Answer in 150 words) 10

 

8. Do you think fencing of India-Myanmar border is an effective step to
check terrorist activities and drugs trafficking? Justify your answer in
the light of the Centre’s decision to fence the porous India-Myanmar border.
(Answer in 150 words) 10

 

9. “Constitutional bodies in India need to ‘fulfil the role of watchdog of democracy while keeping themselves out of executive interference.” Discuss this statement while critically evaluating the functioning of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)of India. (Answer in 150 words) 10

 

10. “Bureaucracy is not an obstacle to democracy, but an inevitable complement
to it.” Evaluate this statement in the light of criticisms suggesting that
bureaucracy fails to facilitate change. (Answer in 150 words) 10

 

11. “The recently passed ‘Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill, 2023’ seeks
to balance the case of forest conservation with the requirement of strategic
infrastructure development.” Discuss the possible impact of such interventions in the States of North-East India. (Answer in 250 words) 15

 

12. “The increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to fundamentally
transform the ways in which governance is done in India.” Discuss the
challenges to be faced in this regard. (Answer in 250 words) 15

 

13. Examine the impact of developed countries‘ immigration policies on India’s
skilled workforce and diaspora communities. Analyze how visa regulations and
skilled immigration programmes in countries like the United States and Canada
affect India’s brain drain and diaspora engagement. (Answer in 250 words) 15

 

14. “In an era of shifting geo-political alliances, particularly after the COVID-19
pandemic, the influence of developed and developing countries’ policies
on India’s.strategic interest demands nuanced examination.” Analyze the multifaceted impact of evolving foreign policies and the political dynamics of major powers on India’s national security and regional stability. Provide recent
examples and propose innovative diplomatic strategies to safeguard India’s
interest amidst global uncertainties. (Answer in 250 words) 15

 

15. “Good governance is considered a key to achieving sustainable development
and human well-being.” Evaluate this assertion with reference to the initiatives
undertaken by the Government of India in realizing the Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs). (Answer in 250 words) 15

 

16. What is Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad)? Elucidate the opportunities
of India under Quad arrangement. (Answer in 250 words) 15

 

17. “Toparaphrase Mark Twain, if you don’t watch news, you will be uninformed, if
you do, you will be misinformed.” In the context of this statement, assess the
role of Indian media as the fourth pillar of democracy. (Answer in 250 words) 15

 

18. Describe the salient features of the Flag Code of India, 2002.
(Answer in 250 words) 15

 

19. “Right to dissent is the lifeline of democracy.” Explain. (Answer in 250 words) 15

 

20. What is ‘Mission Karmayogi‘? Analyze its effectiveness in bringing civil service reforms through a capacity-building approach. (Answer in 250 words) 15