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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (Paper I)
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Maximum Marks: 250
QUESTION PAPER SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS

Please read each of the following instructions carefully before attempting questions.
There are EIGHT questions divided in TWO SECTIONS and printed both in HINDI and in
ENGLISH.
Candidate has to attempt FIVE questions in all.
Question Nos. 1 and 5 are compulsory and out of the remaining, THREE are to be attempted
choosing at least ONE from each Section.
The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it.
Answers must be written in the medium authorized in the Admission Certificate which
must be stated clearly on the cover of this Question-cum-Answer (QCA)
space provided. No marks will be given for answers written in a medium Booklet in the
other than the
authorized one.
Word limit in questions, wherever specified, should be adhered to.
Attempts of questions shall be counted in sequential order. Unless struck off, attempt of a
question shall be counted even if attempted partly. Any page or portion of the page left blank
in the Question-cum-Answer Booklet must be clearly struck off.
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TUS A' SECTION A
150 words each: 10x5-50

Answer the following in about
1.(a)
ideals and
India provides a foundational framework of
The Preamble to the Constitution of Discuss. 10
values for the Indian administration.
1.(b)
Constitutionalism as 'government by limited powers
Examine the extent to which the ideal of 10
has been a functional reality in India.
1.(c) governance. Comment. 10
implementation of 'good
Red-tapism is a major obstacle to the
1.(d)
in parliamentary system have their

foundation
The role and status of the Speaker 10
in the Speaker's stance on neutrality. Comment.
1.()
strategies to administer increasing number of

The Union government develops and practices l10
local initiatives and discretion. Examine.
existing local government services by sidelining
2.(a)
Kautilya envisages protection, welfare and prosperity of the State and its people as the utmost
SA n
significance of Kautilya's emphasis on
concern of a ruler. In this context, discuss the
contemporary India. 20
governing, accountability and justice in
2.(b)
functionary in district administration in India. In light

District Collector is the most important
multidimensional responsibilities of District Collector in
of the above statement, discuss the administration in India. 20
effecting coordinated developmental
.
2.(c)
sagacious counsellor, mediator and arbitrator rather than that

The role of the Governor ofacontext, examine the role of the Governor in state politics in
is
of an active politician. In this 10
India.
3.(a)
it revolves around
Recruitment is the cornerstone of the whole public personnel structure anda good recruitment
the problem of attracting the best. Discuss the essential elements of
20
system.
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3.(6)
Traditionally structured administrative systems have outlived their utility.

Discuss as how
administrative reforms can revamp, restru ure and redesign the existing
governmental
structure to mect the new challenges faced by the Indian administrative set-up. 20
3.(c)
The govemment policy of large scale privatization of the key sectors of economy may afect
India's economic health. Comment. 10
4.(a)
As a constitutionally mandated body the Finance Commission stands at the centre of fiscal
federalism. Evaluate the role of Finance Commission in ensuring just and equitable resource
sharing among the states and the union. 20
4.b)
Recent market approaches to public services present serious challenges to traditional and
state-sponsored public service values. Evaluate the statement in the context of Indian
administration. 20
4.C)
The increasing criminalization of politics is a major threat to the basic fabric of Indian
democracy. Comment. 10
S B SECTION B'
5
Answer the following in about 150 words each 10x5-50
5.(a)
No rural development strategy can succeed unless it is complemented by appropriate

Panchayati Raj Institutions. Examine the statement. 10
5.(b)
NITI Aayog has been constituted to implement the goal of co-operative federalism. Discuss.
10
5.c)
Responsibility and accountability are two major goals of Good Governance. Discuss the
statement in the context of lndian administration. 10
5.(d)
a powertul institution in itself by virtue of its role in

The Prime Minister's Office has become Examine the statement. 10
decision-making on strategic issues of utmost importance.
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5.(e)
Well planned and goal oriented

training programmes arc the backbonc of thc
system in India. Examine the statenment. civil service
10
6(a)
Budget proposals in the Parliament/

ldentify the factors which constrain State Legislatures fail to ensurc their cffective scrutiny.
effective scrutiny of the budget proposals. 20
6.(b) 73 TT 74 TAT HRNEM
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73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendment

more powerfül and effective for democraticActs aimed at making the third tier of government
decentralization. Critically examine the extent to
which this goal has been transformed into reality.
20
6.(c)
National Human Rights Commission is handicapped by its jurisdictional limitations of not

being able to investigate the cases of violation of human rights by the armed forces. Discuss.
10
7.(a)
Contemporary urbanism advocates the integration of diverse modes of urban planning and
management concerns. Discuss the above statement in light of urban development in India.
20
7.(b)
Rural development programmes are designed to facilitate multifaceted growth of rural poor.
Evaluate the role of some key rural development programmes in India in this context. 20
7.(c)
Police-public relations in India need to be improved. Suggest measures to strengthen relations

10
between police and public.
8.(a)
In past two decades India's public policy on Disaster Management has shifted its focus from
20
rescue, relief and rehabilitation efforts to holistic management of disaster. Analyse.
8.(6)
in India.
The institutional legacy of 'well-entrenched state' affected the post-reforms promises 20
Explain the statement in the light of economic reforms in India.
8.(c)
is losing its neutral and
Do you agree with the view that the civil service in India 10
anonymous character ? Argue your case.
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ferv DETACHABLE

TI TYTTHF (7-UA II)

7feraa 36: 250

QUESTION PAPER SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS

150 words each: 10x5-50

in parliamentary system have their

strategies to administer increasing number of

functionary in district administration in India. In light

sagacious counsellor, mediator and arbitrator rather than that

Traditionally structured administrative systems have outlived their utility.

No rural development strategy can succeed unless it is complemented by appropriate

a powertul institution in itself by virtue of its role in

Well planned and goal oriented

Budget proposals in the Parliament/

73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendment

National Human Rights Commission is handicapped by its jurisdictional limitations of not

Police-public relations in India need to be improved. Suggest measures to strengthen relations

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