HPAS 2018 GS2 Mains Question Paper

HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 1

What is the basic structure theory regarding the amendment of the Indian Constitution?

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 2

Describe the emergency powers of the Indian President.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 3

What do you mean by the regionalization of Indian politics in the 1990s?

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 4

Describe the powers of the Election Commission in India.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 5

What do you understand by e-Governance?

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 6

How do you define Good Governance?

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 7

Discuss the major causes of failure of Panchayati Raj in India.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 8

Describe the changing nature of India-ASEAN relations.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 9

Assess India’s chance to attain a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) permanent seat.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 10

Describe India-Iran energy security relations in the wake of US sanctions.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 11

Describe the phenomenon of upper area and lower area politics in Himachal Pradesh.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 12

Discuss the role of the Himalayan Hills State Regional Council (HHSRC) in the freedom movement in Himachal Pradesh.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 13

During colonial rule, which social organization fought for the democratization of administration in Himachal Pradesh and how?

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 14

Critically examine the role of women in the politics of Himachal Pradesh.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 15

Discuss how the cultural divide has affected politics in Himachal Pradesh.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 16

Describe the basic philosophy of the Indian Constitution. Is it relevant in the era of globalization?

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 17

“Indian Constitution is federal in form, but unitary in spirit.” Comment.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 18

‘India has failed to address the issues of poverty and hunger due to ineffective implementation of governmental policies by successive governments.’ Discuss.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 19

Examine how the policies of Globalization and Liberalization have impacted the Indian economy.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 20

Discuss the Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors, especially health and education in India.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 21

“The Public Sector does not enjoy ‘Commanding Heights’ any longer in the Indian Economy.” Elaborate this statement.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 22

Discuss the important facets of the India-China border dispute.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 23

Describe the emerging cooperation between India and Russia.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 24

Examine India’s role in the UN Peace-Keeping activities in the post-cold war era.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 25

Examine the importance of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in fulfilling India’s interests in Central Asia.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 26

Since 1990, the paradox of Indian polity has been that it is moving in the direction of political decentralization and economic centralization. Comment.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 27

Critically examine the maritime threats faced by India in the 21st Century.

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HPAS 2018 GS2 Question 28

“The implementation of the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Guarantee Act, 2011 has led to the empowerment of citizens and the fixing of accountability of Government officials in the State.” Discuss.

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