Uttarakhand Polity & Administration

Examine the belief that ‘Sustainable development contributes to the sustainability of democracy’. In what ways has India demonstrated its commitment to sustainable development to promote the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in recent years? 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read “Devbhumi should also become Khelbhumi.” Citing recent initiatives of the Uttarakhand Government to promote sports in the state, examine this statement. Do you think that sports can transform the economy and health of the state? 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read Evaluate India’s role as the President of the United Nations Security Council during December 2022. To what extent was India successful in winning the confidence of the UN member states? 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read Discuss how India’s strategic vision has led to the growing convergence of Indo-African relations. What challenges does India need to overcome to deepen its ties with Africa? 6 Mar 2025 · 4 min read Examine India’s outreach to the Central Asian Republics in the context of the recently concluded meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) at Samarkand. What strategic objectives does India seek to achieve through this organization? 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read Explain the objectives of COP-27. Present an account of India’s role and contribution in the COP-27 meet held recently in Egypt. 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read India’s presidency of the G-20 will be inclusive, ambitious, decisive, and action-oriented. Examine India’s opportunities and challenges as the President of G-20 in line with this resolve. 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read It is said that ‘India’s Soft Power Prowess can make India a Vishwa Guru’. Critically analyze this statement in the backdrop of India’s Soft Power. 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read Examine Uttarakhand’s Start-up Policy. In what ways does the ‘Uttarakhand Conclave and Grand Challenge 2022’ aim to ensure a viable start-up ecosystem for entrepreneurs in Uttarakhand? 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read ‘The election of Srimati Draupadi Murmu as the President of India is a manifestation of women’s journey from women empowerment to women-led development.’ In light of this statement, assess the implications of her Presidential victory for the deprived sections. 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read What are ‘Sovereign Gold Bonds’? Discuss the main features and utility of the Union Government’s Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme 2022-23. 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read Examine the role of the government in promoting women empowerment. Support your answer with recent initiatives of the government. 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read Describe the objectives of the ‘Pravasi Bhartiya Diwas’. What incentives have been offered by the Government of India to attract the ‘Pravasis’ to India? 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read Elucidate the meaning of ‘Social Auditing’. In this respect, mention the duties of the ‘Uttarakhand Social Audit Accountability and Transparency Agency’. 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read Discuss the provisions available under the Indian Constitution to ensure the independence of the members of the Public Service Commissions from any external influence or pressure. 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read Under the Representation of People Act, 1951, what are the norms governing the declaration of a Political Party as a State Party? 6 Mar 2025 · 4 min read Why are ‘Harela’ and ‘Bhitauli’ festivals celebrated in Uttarakhand? Underline their significance. 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read What is meant by ‘Carbon Footprint’? Why does it matter in the debate on climate change? 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read State the objectives of the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana. What are the benefits of this scheme? 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read Throw light on the key issues of the Uttarakhand State Focus Paper 2023-24. Name the priority sectors it seeks to strengthen. 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read What is the ‘Nine-dash Line’? Why is it a bone of contention? 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read Discuss the obligations of the National Commission for the Protection of Child Rights in India. Is it effective? 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read What is meant by ‘Judicial Review’? How is it different from ‘Judicial Activism’? 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read What was the ‘Pani Rakho’ movement in Uttarakhand? 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read Name the main functions performed by the Gram Panchayats. 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read Who are called the ‘Blue Helmets’ in the United Nations? 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read Point out the key recommendations of the ‘Second Administrative Reforms Commission Report’. 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read What are the reasonable restrictions imposed on the freedom of speech and expression under the Indian Constitution? 6 Mar 2025 · 4 min read Who are the ‘Van Gujjars’ in Uttarakhand? 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read Define ‘Green Politics’. 6 Mar 2025 · 3 min read