Month: July 2025

Q. Why is Government budgeting considered a critical tool for economic development in India? How does the budgeting process in Odisha align with or differ from the national framework? Ans: Government budgeting is a strategic instrument of economic governance in India. It reflects the priorities, policies, and developmental vision of the government, enabling resource allocation, …

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Q. Discuss about India’s space sector achievements in the year 2023 and 2024. What are the achievements of ISRO in 2023? Ans: India’s space sector witnessed a transformational leap in 2023 and 2024, driven by ISRO’s scientific excellence, policy reforms, and private sector participation. These years marked India’s emergence as a global space power, with …

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Q. Describe the benefits of deriving electric energy from sunlight in contrast to the conventional energy. What are the initiatives offered by our Government for this purpose? Ans: Harnessing solar energy offers a clean, sustainable alternative to conventional sources like coal, oil, and natural gas. India, with its abundant sunshine, has immense potential to lead …

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Q. What do you understand by ‘One Nation, One Election’? Discuss the steps taken by the Govt. of India in this regard. Give arguments in favour and against the arrangement. Ans: One Nation, One Election (ONOE) is a proposal to synchronize elections for the Lok Sabha, State Legislative Assemblies, and possibly local bodies across India. …

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Q. Analyze the powers and functions of a Governor of state in India. Is the role of Governor merely ceremonial? Ans: The Governor is the constitutional head of a state in India, appointed by the President under Article 155 of the Constitution. While often perceived as a ceremonial figure, the Governor wields a range of …

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Q. What is the meaning and scope of sustainable development? What are India’s sustainable development goals? Ans: Sustainable development refers to a model of growth that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It seeks to balance economic progress, environmental protection, and social equity, …

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Q. Discuss the advisory role of Civil Servants in policy making and their accountability in service delivery. Ans: Civil servants play a pivotal role in shaping governance through their advisory capacity in policy formulation and responsibility in service delivery. As the permanent executive, they ensure continuity, expertise, and neutrality in administration, bridging the gap between …

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Q. “The Odisha Lokayukta is an institution for clean Governance.” Discuss its jurisdiction and functions. Ans: The Odisha Lokayukta, established under the Odisha Lokayukta Act, 2014, is a statutory anti-corruption body aimed at promoting clean governance, transparency, and accountability in public administration. It serves as the state-level ombudsman, empowered to investigate allegations of corruption, misuse …

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Q. On 7th May, 1997, the Supreme Court in its full Court meeting passed resolutions/guidelines on Judicial conduct and ethics. Discuss the resolutions/guidelines. Ans: On 7th May, 1997, the Supreme Court of India, in a full court meeting, adopted a landmark document titled the Restatement of Values of Judicial Life. This resolution laid down a …

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