GS-2 · Salient Features of the Representation of People’s Act.
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“The reservation of seats for women in the institutions of local self-government has had a limited impact on the patriarchal character of the Indian Political Process.” Comment.
To enhance the quality of democracy in India the Election Commission of India has proposed electoral reforms in 2016. What are the suggested reforms and how far are they significant to make democracy successful?
‘Simultaneous election to the Lok Sabha and the State Assemblies will limit the amount of time and money spent in electioneering and will also ensure government’s accountability to the people’. Discuss.
Examine the need for electoral reforms as suggested by various Electoral reforms committees with particular reference to 'one nation - one election' and simultaneous election principle. Discuss the 'corrupt practices' for the purpose of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
Under what circumstances can the Financial Emergency be proclaimed by the President of India? What consequences follow when such a declaration remains in force?
Assess the importance of Panchayat system in India as a part of local government. Apart from government grants, what sources the Panchayats can look out for financing developmental projects.
India and USA are two large democracies. Examine the basic tenets on which the two political systems are based.
Why do you think the committees are considered to be useful for parliamentary work? Discuss, in this context, the role of the Estimates Committee.
How far do you agree with the view that tribunals curtail the jurisdiction of ordinary courts? In view of the above, discuss the constitutional validity and competency of the tribunals in India.
How is the Finance Commission of India constituted? What do you understand about the terms of reference of the recently constituted Finance Commission? Discuss.