IAS General Studies Question Papers

IAS(Main) 2011 General Studies Paper-I Question Paper

Bengalstudents ...Tue, 21/08/2012 - 1:01pm

1. Answer any three of the following in about 250 words each: 20x3=60

(a) ‘Essentially all that is contained in part IV-A of the Constitution is just a codification of tasks integral to the Indian way of life.’ Critically examine this statement.

(b) ‘The exercise of executive clemency is not a privilege but is based on several principles, and discretion has to be exercised in public considerations.’ Analyse this statements in the context of the judicial powers of the President of India.

IAS(Main) 2011 General Studies Paper-II Question Paper

Bengalstudents ...Tue, 21/08/2012 - 12:57pm

1. Answer any two of the following in about 250 words: 20x2=40

(a) List the Central Asian Republics and identify those of particular strategic and economic importance to India. Examine the opportunities and bottlenecks in enhancing relations with these countries.

(b) Critically examine the security and strategic implications of the so-called ‘string of pearls’ theory for India.