HPPSC HAS Mains 2019 Paper-2

Critically Evaluating Administrative Reforms in Himachal Pradesh’s Service Delivery Introduction: Himachal Pradesh, a mountainous state in India, faces unique challenges in delivering public services due to its dispersed population, difficult terrain, and varying levels of development across its districts. Improving service delivery is crucial for achieving its development goals and ensuring citizen welfare. Over the … Read more Critically evaluate various administrative reform measures initiated by governments for improving service delivery to citizens in the State of Himachal Pradesh.

Electoral Reforms Required for the Smooth Functioning of Indian Democracy Introduction: India’s vibrant democracy, the world’s largest, relies heavily on the integrity and efficiency of its electoral system. However, challenges persist that threaten the smooth functioning of this crucial aspect of governance. The Election Commission of India (ECI) plays a pivotal role, but its effectiveness … Read more Describe the electoral reforms required for the smooth functioning of Indian democracy.

India-China Conflict in the South China Sea: A Limited but Significant Issue Introduction: The South China Sea (SCS) is a strategically vital waterway, rich in resources and crucial for global trade. While India and China are not direct territorial claimants in the SCS, their interests converge and diverge in the region, leading to a complex … Read more Discuss the issues of conflict between India and China in the South China Sea.

India’s Role in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO): A Critical Analysis Introduction: The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), initially formed in 2001 as the Shanghai Five, is a Eurasian political, economic, and security alliance. Its founding members – China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan – aimed to enhance regional security and foster economic cooperation. India’s … Read more Critically analyze India’s role in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).

Politics in the Indo-Pacific Region and Policy Options for India Introduction: The Indo-Pacific region, encompassing the Indian and Pacific Oceans and their littoral states, is a geographically vast and politically complex area. Characterized by rising powers, competing ideologies, and significant economic interdependence, it’s a region witnessing a dramatic reshaping of the global power balance. The … Read more Describe politics in the Indo-Pacific region and policy options for India.

Examining the Major Challenges to India’s Energy Security Policy Introduction: India’s energy security policy aims to ensure reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy access for its rapidly growing population and economy. However, achieving this goal faces significant challenges. The country’s energy mix is heavily reliant on fossil fuels (coal, oil, and natural gas), making it vulnerable … Read more Examine the major challenges to India’s energy security policy.

The Impact of Globalization and Liberalization on India’s Economic Growth Post-1991 Introduction: The year 1991 marked a watershed moment in India’s economic history. Facing a severe balance of payments crisis, India embarked on a significant policy shift towards globalization and liberalization. This involved dismantling the previously prevalent socialist-inspired “license raj,” characterized by extensive state control … Read more “The Policy of Globalization and Liberalization has led to faster growth of the Indian Economy after 1991.” Comment.

The 73rd Constitutional Amendment and Devolution of Power to PRIs in India: A Critical Analysis Introduction: The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992, a landmark legislation in India’s constitutional history, aimed to revitalize local governance by establishing Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) at the village, intermediate, and district levels. The amendment enshrined the three-tiered PRI system … Read more The 73rd Constitutional Amendment has resulted in the genuine devolution of powers and resources to the Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in India. Discuss.

China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and its Impact on India Introduction: The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), also known as One Belt One Road (OBOR), is a global infrastructure development strategy adopted by the Chinese government in 2013. It aims to connect Asia, Africa, and Europe through land and maritime networks, encompassing infrastructure projects … Read more Describe China’s Belt and Road Initiative (OBOR) and its impact on India.

Privatization: Not a Universal Solution for Mismanaged Public Sector Enterprises Introduction: The question “Privatization is not a panacea for managing mismanaged public sector enterprises” necessitates an analytical approach. It requires examining the merits and demerits of privatization as a solution for improving the performance of poorly managed state-owned enterprises (SOEs). While privatization often promises increased … Read more “Privatization is not a panacea for managing the mismanaged public sector enterprises.” Elaborate.