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UNIT 1 : Polity

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UNIT 1: Reorganization and Politics of Statehood

Reorganization and Journey to Statehood

2024
- Describe why in Himachal Pradesh politics two predominant castes played an important role, whereas role of OBCs and SC/STs remained very marginal. (8 Marks)
- Describe about the journey of Himachal Pradesh to become a democratic state. (12 Marks)
- Differentiate between the working of political patterns in the ‘upper’ and ‘lower’ regions of Himachal Pradesh. (12 Marks)
2023
- Describe how language re-organisation has affected the politics of Himachal Pradesh. (4 Marks)
2021
- Describe about the journey of Himachal Pradesh to become a democratic state. (4 Marks)
2020
- Discuss the impact of linguistic organization of Punjab on the politics of Himachal Pradesh. (4 Marks)
2019
- Describe how state reorganization in past has affected the contemporary politics of Himachal Pradesh. (4 Marks)
- Describe Himachal Pradesh’s journey to become a democratic state. (4 Marks)
2017
- Analyse the role of the Legislative Assembly of Himachal Pradesh between 1968 and 1971 in getting the statehood. (4 Marks)
2016
- Trace the journey of Himachal Pradesh from Chief Commissioner’s Province in 1948 to full statehood in 1971. (20 Marks)

Development of Political Parties and Electoral Performance

2023
- Discuss how cultural divide has affected the politics of Himachal Pradesh. (4 Marks)
- Discuss about the role of socio-economic factors in the evolution of bipolar politics in Himachal Pradesh. (4 Marks)
2020
- Discuss the impact of cultural divide on the politics of Himachal Pradesh. (4 Marks)
2019
- Examine the role of socio-economic factors for the birth of the two-party system in Himachal Pradesh. (4 Marks)
- Give reasons why politics in Himachal Pradesh largely remained bipolar game. (4 Marks)
2018
- Critically examine the role of women in the politics of Himachal Pradesh. (4 Marks)
- Discuss how the cultural divide has affected the politics in Himachal Pradesh. (4 Marks)
2016
- What have been the performance of Congress and the BJP in the 2012 H.P. Vidhan Sabha elections in terms of votes polled and seats won? (4 Marks)

Politics of Sub-Regionalism and Pressure Groups

2021
- Describe about the “New” and “Old” area politics in Himachal Pradesh. (4 Marks)
2020
- Discuss how ‘cap politics’ represent identity politics in Himachal Pradesh. (4 Marks)
2018
- Describe the phenomenon of the upper area and lower area politics in Himachal Pradesh. (4 Marks)
2017
- How has the pressure groups emerged in the political system of Himachal Pradesh. (4 Marks)

Structure, Organization and Functioning of Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi-Judicial Bodies

2016
- Under the H.P. Lokayukta Act of 1983, what are the eligibility conditions for the appointment of Lokayukta? (4 Marks)
- On what grounds can penalties be imposed by the H.P. State Information Commissioner on the Public Information Officers of the State? (8 Marks)

UNIT 2: Governance in Himachal Pradesh

Governance Mechanisms: Public Service Guarantee Act and RTI

2023
- What are the main provisions of the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Guarantee Act, 2011? (8 Marks)
2018
- “The implementation of the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Guarantee Act 2011, has led to empowerment of citizens and fixing of accountability of Government officials in the state.” Discuss. (20 Marks)
2017
- Which problems are confronted for the implementation of Right to Information Act, 2005 in Himachal Pradesh. (4 Marks)

Administrative Reforms for Public Service Delivery

2024
- Explain the various steps taken up by the Himachal Pradesh Government for effective public service delivery. (8 Marks)
2019
- Critically evaluate various Administrative Reforms measures initiated by the government for improving the Service Delivery to its citizens in the state of Himachal Pradesh. (20 Marks)
2016
- What activities have been completed in H.P. under District Projects up to 2016-17 fiscal? (8 Marks)

Implementation of 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments

2024
- In Himachal Pradesh, autonomy of urban local bodies, in the post 74th Constitutional Amendment Act era is a more hoax. Comment. (12 Marks)
2023
- Analyze the working of Panchayati Raj Institutions in Himachal Pradesh. (4 Marks)
- Discuss the problems faced by Urban Local Bodies in Himachal Pradesh after the implementation of 74th Constitutional Amendment. (8 Marks)
2020
- The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 has been implemented in the true letter and spirit in the State of Himachal Pradesh. Comment. (20 Marks)
2016
- For the village level functionaries of which department in Himachal Pradesh, it is mandatory to attend the meetings of the Gram Sabha in whose jurisdiction they are posted? (4 Marks)

Welfare Programmes for Differently-Abled Persons, Women, and Children

2023
- Status of women in India has been a critical theme for a long time in any development discourse. What is your assessment of gender-development in Himachal Pradesh? (4 Marks)
- What do you know about ‘Beti Hai Anmole’ Scheme of the Himachal Pradesh Government? (4 Marks)
2021
- Women empowerment is still a distant dream, despite the several efforts made by the Himachal Pradesh Government for the upliftment of women. Do you agree with this statement? (20 Marks)
2017
- Which policies are made for the welfare of differently-abled persons in Himachal Pradesh? (4 Marks)
2016
- What help is being provided in H.P. under the Mukhyamantri Bal Uddhar Yojana to the children who need care, protection and rehabilitation? (4 Marks)

UNIT 3: Emerging Issues and Policies in Himachal Pradesh

Cyber Crime and Drug Menace

2017
- How does the state help in combating Cyber Crime? (4 Marks)

Enactments for Agrarian Society Welfare

2017
- Analyse the Enactments made by the Himachal Pradesh Government for the protection and welfare of the interests of the Agrarian Society. (20 Marks)
2016
- Describe the major milestones in land reforms in H.P. since 1951-52. (20 Marks)

Policies for Socio-Economic Development of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes

(No specific questions asked from this sub-topic.)

Tribal Welfare Administration: Tribal Sub-Plan and Single Line Administration