Group-A (Attempt 10 out of 12 | 15 marks each | Word limit: 250)
- While celebrating 75 years of the Indian Constitution, there is discussion on “the woman in nine yard of saree who triggered First Amendment to the Constitution.” Elucidate the case.
- What do you understand by cooperative federalism? Does it exist in India? Discuss.
- Discuss the role, impact and challenges of pressure groups in democracy and governance.
- What are the similarities and differences between the Indian and the French Constitutions?
- What is due process of law? How it differs from procedure established by law?
- Write about e-Governance initiative of Odisha Government in respect of e-Shishu project.
- Explain the role status of women in Panchayati Raj Institutions in Odisha. Give suggestions to improve their role status. Also mention the recommendation of the Committee of Ministry of Panchayati Raj formed in 2023, in this regard.
- Odisha state continues to have unresolved border disputes with Andhra Pradesh. Comment.
- What is the importance of MSME in the economic development of India? What are the major challenges faced by the MSME sector?
- Discuss the role of the Finance Commission in Centre-State relations in India.
- Discuss the process and procedure for the appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner of India and its functions, in brief.
- On 7th May, 1997, the Supreme Court in its full Court meeting passed resolutions/guidelines on Judicial conduct and ethics. Discuss the resolutions/guidelines.
Group-B (Attempt all 5 | 20 marks each | Word limit: 300)
- “The Odisha Lokayukta is an institution for clean Governance.” Discuss its jurisdiction and functions.
- Discuss the advisory role of Civil Servants in policy making and their accountability in service delivery.
- What is the meaning and scope of sustainable development? What are India’s sustainable development goals? Explain.
- Analyze the powers and functions of a Governor of state in India. Is the role of Governor merely ceremonial?
- 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.