All Questions (21)
2025GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ11 · 15M · 250W “Constitutional morality is the fulcrum which acts as an essential check upon the high functionaries and citizens alike….” In view of the above observation of the Supreme Court, explain the concept of constitutional morality and its application to ensure balance between judicial independence and judicial accountability in India.
2025GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ12 · 15M · 250W Indian Constitution has conferred the amending power on the ordinary legislative institutions with a few procedural hurdles. In view of this statement, examine the procedural and substantive limitations on the amending power of the Parliament to change the Constitution.
2024GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ12 · 15M · 250W Right to privacy is intrinsic to life and personal liberty and is inherently protected under Article 21 of the Constitution. Explain. In this reference discuss the law relating to DNA testing of a child in the womb to establish its paternity.
2024GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ15 · 15M · 250W Discuss India as a secular state and compare it with the secular principles of the US Constitution.
2023GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ11 · 15M · 250W “The Constitution of India is a living instrument with capabilities of enormous dynamism. It is a constitution made for a progressive society.” Illustrate with special reference to the expanding horizons of the right to life and personal liberty.
2023GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ12 · 15M · 250W Explain the constitutional perspectives of Gender Justice with the help of relevant Constitutional Provisions and case laws.
2023GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ15 · 15M · 250W Explain the significance of the 101st Constitutional Amendment Act. To what extent does it reflect the accommodative spirit of federalism?
2022GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ1 · 10M · 150W "The most significant achievement of modern law in India is the constitutionalization of environmental problems by the Supreme Court." Discuss this statement with the help of relevant case laws. (Answer in 150 words)
2022GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ2 · 10M · 150W "Right of movement and residence throughout the territory of India are freely available to the Indian citizens, but these rights are not absolute." Comment. (Answer in 150 words)
2021GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ1 · 10M · 150W 'Constitutional Morality' is rooted in the Constitution itself and is founded on its essential facets. Explain the doctrine of 'Constitutional Morality' with the help of relevant judicial decisions. (Answer in 150 words)
2019GS-IIConstitution and PolityEasyQ12 · 15M · 150W "Parliament's power to amend the Constitution is a limited power and it cannot be enlarged into absolute power." In the light of this statement explain whether Parliament under Article 368 of the Constitution can destroy the Basic Structure of the Constitution by expanding its amending power?
2018GS-IIConstitution and PolityEasyQ3 · 10M · 150W Under what circumstances can the Financial Emergency be proclaimed by the President of India? What consequences follow when such a declaration remains in force? (Answer in 150 words)
2017GS-IIConstitution and PolityEasyQ12 · 15M · 150W Examine the scope of Fundamental Rights in the light of the latest judgement of the Supreme Court on Right to Privacy. (Answer in 250 words)
2016GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ5 · 12.5M · 150W Discuss each adjective attached to the word 'Republic' in the 'Preamble'. Are they defendable in the present circumstances?
2016GS-IIConstitution and PolityEasyQ6 · 12.5M · 150W What was held in the Coelho case? In this context, can you say that judicial review is of key importance amongst the basic features of the Constitution?
2016GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ7 · 12.5M · 150W Did the Government of India Act, 1935 lay down a federal constitution? Discuss.
2015GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ1 · 12.5M · 200W Discuss the possible factors that inhibit India from enacting for its citizens a uniform civil code as provided for in the Directive Principles of State Policy.
2015GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ7 · 12.5M · 200W Does the right to clean environment entail legal regulations on burning crackers during Diwali? Discuss in the light of Article 21 of the Indian Constitution and Judgement(s) of the Apex Court in this regard.
2014GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ1 · 12.5M · 200W Starting from inventing the 'basic structure' doctrine, the judiciary has played a highly proactive role in ensuring that India develops into a thriving democracy. In light of the statement, evaluate the role played by judicial activism in achieving the ideals of democracy.
2014GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ4 · 12.5M · 200W What do you understand by the concept "freedom of speech and expression"? Does it cover hate speech also? Why do the films in India stand on a slightly different plane from other forms of expression? Discuss.
2013GS-IIConstitution and PolityMediumQ2 · 10M · 200W Discuss Section 66A of IT Act, with reference to its alleged violation of Article 19 of the Constitution. [200 words]