IASbaba’s Think Learn Perform (TLP – Mains Full Length Cycle 2 – GS 2) 2025 – UPSC Mains Answer Questions [9th August, 2025] – Day 64

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Think Learn Perform (TLP – Mains Full Length Cycle 2 – GS 2) 2025 


  1. Evaluate the Supreme Court’s use of Article 142 in ensuring ‘complete justice’ in matters of State legislation. Does this amount to judicial overreach or necessary constitutional evolution? (150 words, 10 marks)

  2. Despite constitutional guarantees, India’s free legal aid system remains underfunded and underutilized. Discuss the challenges and suggest reforms to enhance its effectiveness. (150 words, 10 marks)

  3. Discuss how inadequate fiscal autonomy and overlapping administrative roles affect the efficiency of urban and rural local governance in India. Suggest reforms to improve functional clarity and accountability. (150 words, 10 marks)

  4. Examine how the doctrine of separation of powers operates differently in India and the USA. Discuss its implications for judicial review and executive accountability. (150 words, 10 marks)

  5. Discuss the constitutional position, powers, and functions of the Vice-President, especially as Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. (150 words, 10 marks)

  6. India’s demographic dividend presents a unique opportunity for economic transformation. Discuss the challenges and strategies needed to empower youth to harness this potential. (150 words, 10 marks)

  7. Discuss the importance of integrating structured food and nutrition education in India’s school curriculum. How can it help address the dual challenge of malnutrition and childhood obesity? (150 words, 10 marks)

  8. Discuss the role of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) in protecting investors from market manipulation and fraudulent practices. Refer to the recent measures and actions taken by SEBI. (150 words, 10 marks)

  9. ‘People’s trust in public governance has increased due to use of digital technology’. Critically evaluate with help of examples. (150 words, 10 marks)

  10. How does the concept of ‘my terrorist vs your terrorist’ undermine global counter-terrorism cooperation? Analyse implications for India’s security strategy. (150 words, 10 marks)

  11. “Socialism and secularism are the spirit of the Constitution.” Discuss with relevant provisions and judicial judgements. (250 words, 15 marks)

  12. Despite legal safeguards, custodial torture persists in India. Analyse the factors sustaining it and discuss police reforms needed to ensure professional, evidence-based policing. (250 words, 15 marks)

  13. Examine the constitutional mandate under Article 93 for electing the Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha. Why has the prolonged vacancy of this office been termed a constitutional anomaly? (250 words, 15 marks)

  14. Critically analyse with help of examples how civil society movements have influenced policy reforms and legislative changes in post-liberalization India. (250 words, 15 marks)

  15. Explain the significance of the 106th Constitutional Amendment Act in advancing gender justice. Suggest Measures which can further women empowerment in political field. (250 words, 15 marks)

  16. Discuss the effectiveness of Question Hour and Zero Hour as instruments for ensuring executive accountability in India’s parliamentary system. (250 words, 15 marks)

  17. Special laws for the vulnerable sections such as women, scheduled tribes and scheduled caste, by its nature, are discriminatory in approach.” Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer. (250 words, 15 marks)

  18. France’s recognition of Palestinian statehood marks a shift in Western policy towards the Israel-Palestine conflict. Critically analyze the implications of this move for global peace efforts and India’s foreign policy. (250 words, 15 marks) (250 words, 15 marks)

  19. Discuss the evolving strategic and economic partnership between India and Europe. How can their cooperation contribute to building a stable, rules-based multipolar world order? (250 words, 15 marks)

  20. Examine the evolution of India’s strategic autonomy doctrine from non-alignment to multi-alignment. How is it tested amid U.S.–Russia–China power dynamics? (250 words, 15 marks)


P.S.: We would encourage peer reviews. So, friends get actively involved and start reviewing each other’s answers. This will keep the entire community motivated.

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