PSIR HPAS Mains 2012 Question Paper

 Political Science and International Relations 

HPAS Mains 2012

Paper I

Time : 3 Hrs Max Marks : 150

Note: Attempt 5 ques in all. Ques no. 1 is compulsory. All question carry equal marks.

1.     Make a comparison between the working of Parliamentary and Presidential form of governments. To whom do you consider better and why?

2.    Critically examine Austin's theory of Sovereignty. Why have pluralists rejected his notion ?

3.    Discuss about the different electoral systems. Which one you consider is the best and why?

4.    Define the concept of 'Power' and 'Authority. Differentiate between the two. Explain how use of power without authority can be dangerous ?

5.    "Preamble reflects the basic philosophy of Indian Constitution. " Comment.

6.    Critically examine the emergency powers of the Indian President, Can he become dictator "

7.     What are the major problem areas in Centre-State relations in India? Suggest remedies to resolve such Problems.

8.    Describe about different trends in working of Indian Political Parties. Has globalization diminished the divergent ideological moorings of these political parties. ?

PSIR HPAS Mains 2011 Question Paper

 Political Science and International Relations 

HPAS Mains 2011

Paper I

Time : 3 Hrs Max Marks : 150

Note: Attempt 5 ques in all. Ques no. 1 is compulsory. All question carry equal marks.

1.    Indian Constitution is both rigid and flexible in nature. Comment. 30 Marks

2.    Make a comparative assessment between unitary and federal governments.. Which one is better and why?

3.    Critically analyze the Montesquieu's theory of 'Separation of Powers'?

4.    Examine about the Pluralistic theory of Sovereignty. How is it an improvement on monistic theory?

5.    What is proportional representation system? Examine about its merits & demerits. 

6.  "Indian constitution is a bag of borrowings." Give reasons in support of your argument. 

7.    How is President of India elected? Critically analyze the drawbacks in this electoral process.

8.    What is committed bureaucracy?  In this context examine the role of Indian civil services in the development of country. 

Paper II

Time : 3 Hrs Max Marks : 150

Note: Attempt 5 ques in all. Ques no. 1 is compulsory. All question carry equal marks.

1.    Describe the process of decolonization and reemergence of of new nations. Examine how it transformed the nature of international politics?

2.    Discuss in detail the origin of non aligned movement. Also explain the difference dimensions of this movement.

3.    Critically examine the various issues of conflict between the countries of 'North' and 'South'. Discuss about the strategies to resolve them.

4.    What is UN peacekeeping? Describe the India's contribution in this process.

5.    What are the approaches to study of federalism? Discuss the evolving nature of competitive to cooperative federalism in USA.

6.    "British political system is more governed by conventions by rule." Comment.

7.    Critically examine the role of People's Liberation Army in the political system of China.

8.     Pressure groups function according to the political culture of the system? Explain it in the light of their working in the political systems of  liberal and communist countries.