2022 1. 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, 2. Right of movement and residence throughout the territory of India are freely available to Indian citizens, but these rights are not absolute. 3. Discuss the role of the Vice President of India as the chairmen of Ralya Sabha. 4. Discuss the role of the Nationel Commission for Backward Classes in the wake of its transformation from a statutory body to a constitutional body. 5. Discuss the procedures to decide the disputes arising out of the election of a Member of the Perliement or State Legislature under The Representation of the Paople Act, 1951. What are the [grounds on which the election of any returned candidate may be declared vold? What remedy ie ‘avaliable to the agarieved party againet the decision? Rafer to the caze laws. 6. Discuss the essential conditions for the exercise of the legislative powers by the Governor. Discuss. ‘the legality of the re-promulgetion of ordinances by the Governor without placing them before the Legisisture. 7. While the national political parties in india favour centralisation, the regional perties are in favour of State autonomy” Comment. 8. Critically examine the procedures through which the Presidents of ncia andl France are elected. 9. Discuss the role of the Election Commission of India in light of the evolution of the Model Code of Conduct.2021 |. How have the racommandiatione of the lath France Cammission of India enabled the states to Improve thelr fiscal position? 2. “Besides being 2 moral imperative of a Welfare State, primary health atructure le a necessary. precondition for eustainable development” 3. "Earn while you lear’ scheme needs to be strengthened to make vocational education and skill ‘raining mesningfu” 4 Though the Humen Rights Commissions have contributed immeneely to the protection of humen rights in India, yot they heve felled to eesert themselves against the mighty end powerful. Anelysing ‘their structural and practical imitations, cuggest remedial mescures. ‘5. Has digital literacy, particulary in rural areas, coupled with lack of Information and Communication ‘Technology (ICT) accessibility hindered socio-economic development? Examine with justification. 6.‘Constitutional Morality’ i 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. 7.Analyee the distinguishing features of the notion of the Right to Equality in the Constitutions of the UsAend india. £8. Explain the constitutional provisions under which Legislative Councils are established. Review the working and current status of Legielative Councils with suitable illustrations.2020 “There ie a need for simplification of procedure for disqualification of persons found guity of corrupt practices under the Representation of Peoples Act” Comment. (Kom, 1S0words) 2. *Recent amendments to the Right to information Act willhave profound impact on the autonomy and independence ofthe Information Commission” Discuss. (10m, 1S0words) 3. How far do you think cooperation, competition, and confrontation have shaped the nature of ‘federation in India? Cite some recent examples to validate your answer. (lm, 1S0words) 4. Tho judicial systems in India and UK seem to be converging as wll as diverging in rocent times. Highlight the key points of convergence and divergence between the two nations in terms of their judicial practices. (10m, BOwords) 5. Once a Speaker, Always @ Speaker’! Do you think this practice should be adopted to impart objectivity to the office of the Speaker of Lok Sabha? What could be its implications for the robust ‘functioning of parliamentary business in India? (10m, 1S0words) 6. Indian Constitution exhibits centralising tendencies to maintain unity and integrity of the nation. Elucidate in the perspective of the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897; The Disaster Management Act, 2005 and recently passed Farm Acts. (15m, 250words) 7. Judicial Legislation is antithetical to the doctrine of separation of powers as envisaged in the Indian Constitution. In this context justify the filing of large number of publ issuing auidelines to executive authorities. (15m, 250words) 8, The strength and sustenance of local institutions in India has shifted from their formative phase ot nality’ Highlight the functionality in recent times. (15m, interest petitions praying for "Fun 's, Functionaries and Funds' to the contemporary stage of Funct critical challenges faced by local institutions in terms of thei ‘250words) 9. Rajya Sabha has been transformed from a ‘useless stepney tyre" to the most useful supporting organ in past few decades. Highlight the factors as well as the areas in which this transformation could be visible. (15m, 250words) 10, Which steps are required for constitutionalization of a Commission? Do you think imparting consttutionality tothe National Commission for Women would ensure greater gender justice and ‘empowerment in India? Give reascns. (Im, 250Words)2019 1. On what grounds a people's representative can be disqualified under the Representation of People ‘Act, 1951? Also mention the remedies available to such person ag: 2. "Parliament's power to amend the Constitution is a limited power and it cannat be enlarged into sbsolute power” In the light of this statement explain whether Parliament under Article 368 of the Constitution can destroy the asic Structure of the Constitution by expanding its amending power? 4. "The reservation of seats for women in the institutions of local self- government has had a limited Impact on the patriarchal character ofthe Indian Political Process" Comment. 4. "The Attomey-Generalis the chia legal adviser and lawyer of the Government of India" Discuss 5.Do you think that constitution of India does not accept principle of strict separation of powers rather itis based on the principle of ‘checks and balance’? 6. From the resolution of contentious issues regarding distribution of legisative powers by the ‘courts;Principle of Federal Supremacy" and ‘Harmonious Constructior’ have emerged. Explain. 17 What can France learn from the Indian Constitution's approach to secularism? 2018 How far do you agree with the view that tribunals curtalthe jurisdiction of ordinary court? in view ot the above, discuss the constitutional valicity and competency of the tribunals in Inia? 2 India and USA ae the two large democracies. Examine the basic tenets on which the two political systems are based. 3. How isthe Finance Commission of india constituted? What da you know about the terms of reference ofthe recently constituted Finance Commission? Discuss. 4 Assess the importance ofthe Panchayat system in India as pattof local government. Apart from government grants, what sources the Panchayats can look out for financing development projects? 5, Multiplicity of various commissions for the vulnerable sections of the society leads to problems of ‘overlapping jurisdiction & duplication of functions. Is it better to merge allcommissions into an Umbrella human rights commission? Argue your case. 6. nthe light of recent controversy regarding the use of Electronic Voting Machine (EVM), what are the challenges before the Election Commission of India to ensure the trustworthiness of elections in india? 7. whether National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) can enforce the implementation of constitutional reservation forthe Scheduled Castes in the religious minority institutions? Examine. 8. Under what circumstances can the Financial Emergency be proclaimed by the President of Inia? What consequences folow when such a declaration remain in force? «9 Why do you think the committees are considered to be useful for parliamentary work? Discuss, in ‘this context, the role ofthe Estimates Committee. 10,"The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has a very vital role to play” Explain how ths is retlected in the mothod and terms of his appointment as wellas the range of powers he can exercise. 11, Whether the Supreme Court Judgment (ly 2018) can settle the political tussle between the LxGovernor and elected government of Delhi? Examine2017 1. Explain the salient features of the constitution (One Hundred and First Amendment) Act, 2076, Do you think its efficacious enough ‘to remove cascading effect of taxes and provide for common national market for goods and services’? 2. Examine the scope of Fundamental Rights in the light of the latest judgement of the Supreme Court ht to Privacy. 4. The Indian Constitution has provisions for holding 3 joint session of the two houses of the: Pariament.Enumerate the occasions when this would normally happen and also the occasions when it cannot, with reasons thereof 4 Toenhance the quality of democracy in India the Election Commission of India has proposed electoral reforms in 2016. What are the suggested reforms and how far are they significant to make democracy successful? 5."The local self government system in India has not proved to be effective instrument of governance"critically examine the statement and give your views to improve the situation, ‘6. Critically examine the Supreme Court's judgement on “National Judicial Appointments Commission ‘Act, 201¢ with reference to appointment of judges of higher judiciary in India 7. Simultaneous election to the Lok Sabha and the State Assemblies willimit the amount of time and ‘money spent in electioneering but it will duce the government's accountability to the people’ Discuss. ‘8. How do pressure groups influence Indian political process? Do you agroe with this view that informal pressure groups have emerged as powerful as formal pressure groups in recent years?2016 1. Exercise of CAG's powers in relation to the accounts of the Union and the States is derived from Article 49 of the Indian Constitution, Discuss whether audit of the Government's policy implementation could amount to overstepping its own (CAG) jurisdiction 2. Discuss each adjective attached to the word ‘Republic’ in the ‘Preamble: Are they defendable in the Present circumstances? 2. What was hel in the Coelho case? In this context, can you say that judicial review is of key importance amongst the basic features of the Constitution 4.Did the Government of India Act, 1995 lay down a federal cons 5. What is quasi judicial body? Explain with the help of concrete examples. 6. Discuss the essentials of the 69th Constitutional Amendment Act and anomalies, if any, that have led ‘to recent reported conflicts between the elected representatives and institution of Lioutenant. ‘Governor in the administration of Delhi. Do you think that this willgive rise to a new trend in the functioning of the indian Federal Politics? 7. To what extent is Article 270 of the Indian Constitution, bearing marginal note “Temporary provision “with respect to the State of Jammu and Kashmir” temporary? Discuss the future prospects of this provision in the context of indian polity. 1 “The Indian party system is passing through a phase of transition which looks to be full of contradictions and paradoxes. Discuss tion? Discuss. 2015 |. Khap panchayats have been in the news for functioning as extra-constitutional authorities, often delivering pronouncements amounting to human rights violations. Discuss critically the actions taken’ bby the legislative, executive and the judiciary to set the things right inthis regard. 2. Resorting to ordinances has always raised concem cn violation of the spirit of separation of powers doctrine. While noting the rationales justifying the power to promulgate ordinances, analyse whether ‘the decisions of the Supreme Court on the issue have further facil ‘Should the power to promulgate the ordinances be repealed? 3, What are the major changes brought in the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 through the recent (Ordinance promulgated by the President? How far mechanism? Discuss. fated resorting to this power. improve India’s dispute resolution Does the right to clean environment entail egal regulation on burning crackers during Diwali? Discuss in the light of Article 21 of Indian Constitution and Judgement(s) of the Apex court in this regard . Discuss the possible factors that inhibit india from enacting for its citizen a uniform civilcode as provided for in the Directive Principles of State Policy. 6. 4. The concept of cooperative federalism has been increasingly emphasised in recent years. Highlight the drawbacks in the existing structure and the extent to which cooperative federalism would answer the shortcomings. 7. In absonce of well-educated and organised local level government system, Panchayats! and ‘Samitis’ have remained mainly political institutions and not effective instruments of governance. Critically aisouss,2014 1. 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 2 Instances of President's delay in commuting death sentences has come under public debate as, denial of justice, Should there be a time limit speci petitions? Analyse. 2. National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in India can be most effective when its tasks are .d for the President to accept/reject such ‘adequately supported by other mechanisms that ensure the accountability of a government. In light lof theabove observation assess the role of NHAC as an effective complement to the judiciary and ‘ther institutions in promoting and protecting human rights standards. 4 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 staterent, evaluate the role played by judicial activism in achieving the ideals of democracy. 5, Though the federal principle is dominant in our Constitution and that principle is one ofits basic features, but itis equally true that federal strong Centre, a feature that militates against the concept of strong federalism. Discuss. 1m under the Indian Constitution leans in favour of a 6, The ‘Powers, Privileges and Immunities of Parliament and its Members’ as envisaged in Article 105 of ‘the Constitution leave room for a large number of un-codified and un-enumerated privileges to ‘continue Assess the reasons for the absence of legal codification of the ‘parliamentary privileges: How can this problem be addressed? 2013 1. The role of individual MPs (Members of Parliament) has diminished over the years and! as a result healthy constructive debates on policy issues are not usually witnessed. How far can this be attributed to the anti-defection law which was legislated but with a different intention? 2.Discuss Section 66A of IT Act, with reference to its alleged violation of Article 19 of the Constitution 8. Recent directives from Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas are perceived by the ‘Nagas’ as a threat to override the exceptional status enjoyed by the State. Discuss in light of Article 271A of the Indian Constitution 4, The Supreme Court of India keeps a check on arbitrary power of the Parliament in amending the Constitution’ Discuss critically. 5. Constitutional mechanisms to resolve the inter-state water disputes have failed to address and solve the problems. isthe failure due to structural or process inadequacy or both? Discuss. 6. Pressure group poltics is sometimes seen as the informal face of politics. With regards to the above, assess the structure and functioning of pressure groups in India,