IASbaba’s TLP – 2017 : UPSC Mains General Studies Questions [20th July, 2017]- Day 9

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Welcome to Day 9 of TLP Phase II. Please understand that the next 12 weeks are not meant to test your knowledge. Most of you are giving your first attempt and its really important for you to self assess yourself over the fundamentals of various subjects. And even if you have appeared for CSM before, it is always desirable to brush up your basics before you go on to attempt highly analytical and thought provoking questions asked by UPSC. TLP Phase I was designed precisely for that. Moving on to Phase II, we will cover all possible issues of contemporary importance as well as touching upon various aspects of static subjects.

Please be sincere and regular in this phase of your preparation because what you build here will become the foundation of phase II of TLP.

1. Rajya Sabha is the the repository of diverse intellect that ensures in depth scrutiny and wide ranging debates. Even though, it has limited functional powers, its role in India’s polity can’t be belittled. Critically comment.

2. Few states in India have Legislative Council also. Examine their utility and also comment on the way politics has played a role in their continuance.

3. The glorious tradition of debates, discussions and deliberations in the parliament has witnessed a decay that doesn’t augur well for the largest democracy of the world. Examine.

4. Floods devastate life and property in various parts of India on a yearly basis. Why? What is the policy response to such hazards? Aren’t we lacking one? Discuss.

5. Cases of graft and corruption have dotted the political landscape in India. Even though enforcement and investigative agencies are there, institutional measures have only proven to be insufficient. Why? Critically examine.