HPPSC HAS Mains 2018 Paper-2

The Evolving Landscape of India-ASEAN Relations Introduction: India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) share a long history intertwined through trade, cultural exchange, and strategic partnerships. While geographically distant, their relationship has evolved significantly in recent decades, transitioning from a primarily economic focus to a more comprehensive strategic partnership encompassing security, political, and … Read more Describe the changing nature of India-ASEAN relations.

What do you understand by e-Governance? Introduction: E-governance, or electronic governance, refers to the application of information and communication technologies (ICTs) to government functions and processes. It aims to improve efficiency, transparency, and accountability in public administration. The United Nations defines e-governance as “the application of ICTs to government functions and processes in order to … Read more What do you understand by e-Governance?

Defining Good Governance: A Multifaceted Approach Introduction: Good governance is a complex and multifaceted concept lacking a universally agreed-upon definition. However, it generally refers to the processes and institutions through which citizens and groups articulate their interests, mediate their differences, and exercise their legal rights and obligations. It’s not simply about the presence of effective … Read more How do you define Good Governance?

Discuss Major Causes of Failure of Panchayati Raj in India Introduction: Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in India, envisioned as the bedrock of decentralized governance, represent a three-tiered system of local self-government – Gram Panchayat (village level), Panchayat Samiti (block level), and Zilla Parishad (district level). Established through the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992, their … Read more Discuss major causes of failure of Panchayati Raj in India.

Emergency Powers of the Indian President: A Constitutional Analysis Introduction: The Indian Constitution, while establishing a parliamentary democracy, vests certain emergency powers in the President. These powers, primarily enshrined in Articles 352, 356, and 360, are designed to safeguard the nation’s sovereignty, security, and integrity during times of exceptional crisis. However, their invocation has been … Read more Describe the emergency powers of the Indian President.

The Regionalization of Indian Politics in the 1990s: A Shift in Power Dynamics Introduction: The 1990s witnessed a significant transformation in Indian politics, marked by the rise of regional parties and a decline in the dominance of the Congress party, a phenomenon often termed “regionalization.” This shift wasn’t a sudden rupture but a gradual process … Read more What do you mean by the regionalization of Indian politics in the 1990s?

The Powers of the Election Commission of India Introduction: The Election Commission of India (ECI) is a constitutionally mandated, independent body responsible for conducting free and fair elections in India. Article 324 of the Indian Constitution vests the ECI with extensive powers to ensure the integrity of the electoral process. Its independence is crucial for … Read more Describe the powers of the Election Commission in India.

The Basic Structure Doctrine: Amending the Indian Constitution Introduction: The Indian Constitution, a voluminous document outlining the framework of the Indian state, is not immutable. Article 368 provides the procedure for its amendment. However, the Supreme Court of India, through a series of landmark judgments, has developed the “basic structure doctrine,” limiting the Parliament’s power … Read more What is the basic structure theory regarding the amendment of the Indian Constitution?