UPSC Mains PUBLIC-ADMINISTRATION-PAPER-II 2016

“The Regulating Act of 1773 not only introduced values in administration but also laid the foundation of centralized administration in India.” Explain.

Do you think that some of the ideals enshrined in the Preamble of the Constitution remain only on paper even today? Critically evaluate.

Examine the efficacy of the measures taken to redefine and execute cooperative federalism in India.

Evaluate the performance and efficacy of the Maharatna, Navratna and Miniratna type of Public Sector Undertakings in the context of Liberalization, Privatization and Globalization (LPG).

“The growing prominence of NGOs in development areas is strongly related to the declining legitimacy of the State.” Explain.

“In contemporary times, Kautilya's Arthashastra is relevant more in the field of international relations than in economic affairs.” Analyse the statement.

“Dominant centralized administration is correlated with decisive and authoritative leadership provided by the Prime Minister’s office.” Explain with suitable examples since independence.

“A significant legacy of the Mughal rule in India is a well-organized revenue administration at the State and District levels.” Comment.

What factors have led to the expansion of the role of the Ministry of Home Affairs? How can it coordinate its affairs more effectively with the Ministry of Defence?

“Introduction of G.S.T. (Goods and Services Tax) no doubt has economic benefits, but tends to compromise the States' inherent right to impose taxes.” In this context, comment on the changing nature of Union-State financial relations.

“Planning in India has failed to meet the challenges of economic development and social change.” Discuss the statement in the context of the emergence of NITI Aayog.

“The absence of congruence of views on appointments to judiciary between the Supreme Court and the Union Government has had an adverse impact on the judicial system.” In the light of the above statement, examine the proposal to constitute an All India Judicial Service (AIJS).

“The separation between regulatory and development functions in many States has not only weakened the District Collector but also development administration.” Critically examine the need to relook at this policy.

“Legislatures have become a place for infighting rather than for proper policy making.” Comment in the context of the working of State Governments.

“Autonomy granted to higher civil servants tends to increase their creativity and productivity.” Argue the case to make the civil service more accountable as well as innovative.

Justify the budgetary support to nationalized banks to overcome the crisis resulting out of Non-Performing Assets (NPA).

“National Green Tribunal is viewed by many critics as a hindrance to economic development.” Evaluate the statomont and give arguments in support of your answer.

Is training of police in India still a reflection of the colonial mindset? Give reasons for your answer.

“The concept of 'new localism' is related to the emerging nature of the relationship between the State Governments and local government bodies.” Explain.