APSC CCE Mains 2024 General Studies-II (Paper-3) Previous Year Question Paper

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QUESTION PAPER INSTRUCTIONS

Please read each of the following instructions carefully before attempting questions.

• There are TWENTY questions printed in ENGLISH and ASSAMESE.
• All questions are compulsory.
• The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it.
• Answers to Question Nos. 1 to 10 should be in 150 words each, whereas answers to Question Nos. 11 to 20 should be in 250 words each.
• Keep the word limit indicated in the questions in mind.
• Any page or portion of the page left blank in the Question-cum-Answer (QCA) Booklet must be clearly struck off.

QUESTIONS (1–20)

The questions below have been reproduced from the official APSC CCE Mains 2024 General Studies-II (Paper-3) Question Paper for educational and reference purposes. Candidates can also view the official Question Paper PDF at the end of this page.

Questions 1–10

Answer each question in 150 words. Each question carries 10 marks.

1. What are the key provisions and constitutional changes made by the Women’s Reservation Bill, 2023?

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

2. “In moment when democratic institutions weaken, a vigilant judiciary becomes not just a guardian of the Constitution but a custodian of the people’s trust.” In the light of the statement, critically evaluate the strategic role of the Supreme Court of India.

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

3. “Delimitation, as outlined under Section 8A of the Representation of the People Act (1950), aims to adjust constituency boundaries based on population shifts to ensure fair representation.” In the light of this, discuss how the delimitation process affects the political representation of indigenous communities in Assam.

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

4. Critically analyze how Atal Amrit Abhiyan has made healthcare affordable for poorer sections of the society.

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

5. What are the main objectives of Gunotsav scheme? How has it contributed to strengthening primary education in Assam?

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

6. Discuss the importance of BRICS as an economic bloc.

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

7. What is ‘String of Pearls’ strategy of China? How does this strategy challenge India’s maritime security?

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

8. How has the ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ scheme led to the well-being and empowerment of the girl child in India?

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

9. What are the focus areas of ‘Digital India’? Discuss the important provisions of the Common Services Centres (CSC) 2.0.

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

10. “The civil servants are dictated by the rules and procedures.” Examine the statement in the light of the rights of civil servants in India.

    (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

Questions 11–20

Answer each question in 250 words. Each question carries 15 marks.

11. “The doctrine of basic structure safeguards the spirit of the Constitution against majoritarian impulses in India.” Examine the role of the judiciary in evolving the doctrine of basic structure of the Indian Constitution.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

12. Critically analyze the effectiveness of the Finance Commission in promoting fiscal equity and strengthening financial relations among the Centre, States and Local Bodies.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

13. Evaluate to what extent the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has succeeded in ensuring environmental justice in India. How does its functioning reflect the tensions among ecological sustainability, economic development and democratic accountability?

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

14. What is the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution? Reflect on the role of the Governor in the areas under the Sixth Schedule.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

15. What are the main objectives of the Assam State Action Plan on Climate Change (SAPCC)? What are the key sectors that face climate vulnerabilities in Assam?

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

16. “Despite tea being a major plantation industry in India, tea estates are in a deplorable condition.” Evaluate the effectiveness of Government policies and interventions for the improvement of the Assam tea estate workers.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

17. Describe the salient features of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment (FCRA) Act, 2020 and its implications on the development of industries in India.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

18. Discuss the implications of political turmoil in Bangladesh on India’s foreign policy.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

19. How does BIMSTEC contribute towards accelerating regional cooperation in South-East Asia? Explain the significance of BIMSTEC in promoting economic development in North-East India.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

20. Analyze the main factors shaping relations between India and the European Union.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

Official Question Paper (PDF)

If you prefer reading the original question paper or want to verify the formatting, Assamese version, instructions, questions, marks and word limits, you can view the official APSC CCE Mains 2024 General Studies-II (Paper-3) PDF below.

The official APSC Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Mains 2024 – General Studies-II (Paper-3) Question Paper is embedded below for reference. Candidates can use this PDF to verify the original question paper format, English and Assamese questions, instructions, marks and word limits as released by the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC).