Governance

4. Indian Constitution calls India a Socialist state. How is India’s governance different from other Socialist nations? Explain with the help of examples. Introduction: Socialism is an ideology that has a range of economic and social systems characterised by social proprietorship and democratic control of the means of production as . . . Read more

3. Governance is not just targeting growth but aiming for development. Elaborate. Introduction: Growth and development are two important dimensions for a nation to determine its progress. Where growth gives a quantifiable outcome that can be used for comparison by scholars, development gives qualitative outcome that the people themselves can . . . Read more

2. How is participative governance an integral part of good governance? Is it responsible for delay in decision making? Introduction According to United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP), Good governance has 8 major characteristics. It is participatory, consensus oriented, accountable, transparent, responsive, effective and . . . Read more

1. Independence of Directors is an important aspect of corporate governance. Comment. What factors create a hindrance in true independence of directors? Introduction Corporate governance is the system of rules, practices and processes by which a firm is directed and controlled. It essentially involves balancing the interests of a company’s . . . Read more

4. Transparency and confidentiality are generally accepted principles of probity. Do you think the two concepts are against each other? Elaborate. Introduction Probity is the act of strict adherence to highest principles and ideals (integrity, good character, honesty, decency) rather than just avoiding corrupt or dishonest conduct. Transparency as a . . . Read more

3. It has been observed that political parties make tall claims and unrealistic promises before the elections and once the elections are over they get away by calling them ‘campaigning dialogues’. Should there be a mechanism to make political parties accountable for keeping their promises after winning the elections? Introduction . . . Read more

2. Too much of transparency in civil services has hindered in quick and bold decision making. Critically analyse. Introduction: Transparency in civil services refers to the work of civil servant be available in public domain as per requirement and open for scrutiny. This is provided through Right to Information and . . . Read more

1. What aspects should be covered by an ideal Citizen’s Charter? Do you think like RTI, Citizen’s Charter should also be made compulsory for public organizations? Introduction: Citizen’s/Client’s Charter is a document which represents a systematic effort to focus on the commitment of the Organization towards it’s Citizens/Clients in respect . . . Read more

4. There is high attrition rate of civil servants from the services. What can be the possible reasons for this? What steps can be taken by the government to retain good officers in the service? Introduction Civil Services as part of permanent executive keeps the wheels of governance smoothly rolling. . . . Read more

3. Is it policy formulation or the implementation of policy which has made Indian farmers to remain as one of the most vulnerable economic sections? Introduction Agriculture employs about 49% of Indian workforce, contributing to only about 16% of GDP showing the grim situation of Indian agriculture. This is further . . . Read more