Q1.
(a) “संवैधानिक रूप से न्यायिक स्वतंत्रता की गारंटी लोकतंत्र की एक पूर्व शर्त है।” टिप्पणी कीजिए।
"Constitutionally guaranteed judicial independence is a prerequisite of democracy." Comment.
UPSC Civil Services Main 2023 General Studies Paper II PDF
- Year 2023
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 20
- Maximum Marks 250
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages English & Hindi
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | CIVIL SERVICES MAIN EXAM |
| Year | 2023 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | GENERAL STUDIES (Paper II) |
| Subject | General Studies |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 250 |
| Number of Questions | 20 |
| Question Type | Descriptive / Subjective |
This is the question paper for the General Studies (Paper II) of the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination held in 2023. The paper consists of 20 descriptive questions, divided into two sections, with specific word limits for answers (150 words for questions 1-10 and 250 words for questions 11-20). The total marks for the paper are 250, and the allowed time is three hours. This paper assesses candidates' understanding of various aspects of governance, constitution, polity, social justice, and international relations. Aspirants can use this official question paper to understand the exam pattern, question types, and difficulty level for their preparation. This previous year CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAM question paper (2023) is useful for Other Jobs aspirants preparing for Central government recruitment. The paper was conducted by UPSC and reflects the official exam pattern, marking scheme and difficulty level seen in recent cycles. Use it for timed practice, topic-wise revision and understanding how questions are framed in the real examination. Download the free PDF on QuizCurrent to read instructions, attempt MCQs and compare your answers with the study notes provided on this page. Key syllabus areas include Constitution, Judicial Independence, Democracy, Free Legal Aid, NALSA, Urban Local Bodies, Parliamentary Sovereignty, State Legislatures. Useful for CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAM preparation. Helps understand the latest exam pattern. Useful for practice and self-assessment.
Major Topics Covered
- Constitution
- Judicial Independence
- Democracy
- Free Legal Aid
- NALSA
- Urban Local Bodies
- Parliamentary Sovereignty
- State Legislatures
- Presiding Officers
- Human Resource Development
- Competition Commission of India
- Multinational Corporations
- e-governance
- Transparency
- Accountability
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAM preparation
- Helps understand the latest exam pattern
- Useful for practice and self-assessment
- Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
- Helpful for analysing question trends
Related Resources
- Civil Services (Main) Exam 2023 General Studies Paper I
- Civil Services (Main) Exam 2023 Essay Paper
- Civil Services (Main) Exam 2023 Optional Subject Papers
- Civil Services (Main) Exam 2023 General Studies Paper II Answer Key
- UPSC Civil Services Main Exam Syllabus
- General Studies Paper II Syllabus
- UPSC Civil Services Main Exam Pattern
- UPSC Civil Services Exam
Instructions
- पुस्तिका के मुख-पृष्ठ पर निर्दिष्ट स्थान पर किया जाना चाहिए ।
- प्राधिकृत माध्यम के अतिरिक्त अन्य किसी माध्यम में लिखे गए उत्तर पर कोई अंक नहीं मिलेंगे ।
- प्रश्न संख्या 1 से 10 तक का उत्तर 150 शब्दों में तथा प्रश्न संख्या 11 से 20 तक का उत्तर 250 शब्दों में दीजिए ।
- प्रश्नों में इंगित शब्द सीमा को ध्यान में रखिए ।
- प्रश्न-सह-उत्तर (क्यू.सी.ए.) पुस्तिका में खाली छोड़े गए कोई पृष्ठ अथवा पृष्ठ के भाग को पूर्णतः काट दीजिए ।
- There are TWENTY questions printed both in HINDI and in ENGLISH.
- 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) Booklet in the space provided.
- No marks will be given for answers written in a medium other than the authorized one.
- Answers to Questions no. 1 to 10 should be in 150 words, whereas answers to Questions no. 11 to 20 should be in 250 words.
- Keep the word limit indicated in the questions in mind.
- Any page or portion of the page left blank in the Quéstion-cum-Answer (QCA) Booklet must be clearly struck off.
Questions (page 2)
Q2.
(a) निःशुल्क कानूनी सहायता प्राप्त करने के हकदार कौन हैं ? निःशुल्क कानूनी सहायता के प्रतिपादन में राष्ट्रीय विधि सेवा प्राधिकरण (एन.ए.एल.एस.ए.) की भूमिका का आकलन कीजिए।
Who are entitled to receive free legal aid ? Assess the role of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) in rendering free legal aid in India.
Q3.
(a) "भारत के राज्य शहरी स्थानीय निकायों को कार्यात्मक एवं वित्तीय दोनों ही रूप से सशक्त बनाने के प्रति अनिच्छुक प्रतीत होते हैं।” टिप्पणी कीजिए।
"The states in India seem reluctant to empower urban local bodies both functionally as well as financially." Comment.
Q4.
(a) संसदीय संप्रभुता के प्रति ब्रिटिश एवं भारतीय दृष्टिकोणों की तुलना करें और अंतर बताएं।
Compare and contrast the British and Indian approaches to Parliamentary sovereignty.
Q5.
(a) विधायी कार्यों के संचालन में व्यवस्था एवं निष्पक्षता बनाए रखने में और सर्वोत्तम लोकतांत्रिक परम्पराओं को सुगम बनाने में राज्य विधायिकाओं के पीठासीन अधिकारियों की भूमिका की विवेचना कीजिए।
Discuss the role of Presiding Officers of state legislatures in maintaining order and impartiality in conducting legislative work and in facilitating best democratic practices.
Q6.
(a) मानव संसाधन विकास पर पर्याप्त ध्यान नहीं दिया जाना भारत की विकास प्रक्रिया का एक कठोर पक्ष रहा है। ऐसे उपाय सुझाइए जो इस अपर्याप्तता को दूर कर सके।
The crucial aspect of development process has been the inadequate attention paid to Human Resource Development in India. Suggest measures that can address this inadequacy.
Q7.
(a) भारत में बहराष्ट्रीय निगमों के द्वारा प्रभावशाली स्थिति के दुरुपयोग को रोकने में भारत के प्रतिस्पर्धा आयोग की भूमिका पर चर्चा कीजिए। हाल के निर्णयों का संदर्भ लें।
Discuss the role of the Competition Commission of India in containing the abuse of dominant position by the Multi-National Corporations in India. Refer to the recent decisions.
Q8.
(a) अभिशासन के एक महत्वपूर्ण उपकरण के रूप में ई-शासन ने सरकारों में प्रभावशीलता, पारदर्शिता और जवाबदेयता का आगाज कर दिया है। कौन-सी अपर्याप्तताएं इन विशेषताओं की अभिवृद्धि में बाधा बनती हैं ?
e-governance, as a critical tool of governance, has ushered in effectiveness, transparency and accountability in governments. What inadequacies hamper the enhancement of these features?
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What is the name of the exam for which this question paper is?
This question paper is for the CIVIL SERVICES (MAIN) EXAM.
What is the paper name and number?
The paper name is GENERAL STUDIES (Paper II).
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The paper was released by UPSC.
In which year was this exam conducted?
The exam was conducted in 2023.
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The maximum marks for this paper are 250.
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The time allowed for this paper is Three Hours.