Q1. 1(a) What is the Gandhian critique of modern forms of state power?
() (8) राज्य सत्ता के आधुनिक रूपों की गांधीवादी आलोचना क्या है?
HCS Mains 2023 PSIR Paper (5331) Haryana
- Year 2023
- Conducted By Haryana Government
- Questions 8
- Maximum Marks 200
- Duration 3 Hours
- Languages English & Hindi
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | HCS (Ex.Br.) & Other Allied Services Mains Exam-2023 |
| Year | 2023 |
| Conducting Body | Haryana Government |
| Paper | Political Science & International Relations |
| Subject | Political Science & International Relations |
| Duration | 3 Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 200 |
| Number of Questions | 8 |
| Question Type | Descriptive / Subjective |
This document compiles the Haryana Government HCS (Ex.Br.) & Other Allied Services Mains 2023 PSIR paper (5331). Page 1 provides the exam header, timing (3 hours) and maximum marks (200), and outlines that the paper is divided into Section A and Section B, with five questions to be answered in total—Q1 and Q5 compulsory, and at least one from each section. The questions are bilingual (English and Hindi) with the English version as final for ambiguities. Page 2 lists Section-A’s eight descriptive sub-questions (1(a)–(e) and 2(a)–(c)) covering Gandhian critiques, Rawls, Hobbes-Locke, Inter-State Councils, Election Commission powers (Arts 324–329), feminism, Basic Structure Doctrine, and Constituent Assembly as India's microcosm. The content supports SEO-related metadata: topics, keywords, and FAQ alignment for page optimization. This previous year HCS (Ex.Br.) & Other Allied Services Mains Exam-2023 question paper (2023) is useful for Administrative / Civil Services aspirants preparing for Haryana government recruitment. The paper was conducted by HPSC 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 Gandhian critique of state power, Rawls original position, Communitarian critique, Hobbes and Locke natural rights, Inter State Councils, Water disputes in India, Election Commission powers, Articles 324-329. Useful for HCS (Ex.Br.) & Other Allied Services Mai preparation. Helps understand the latest exam pattern. Useful for practice and self-assessment.
Major Topics Covered
- Gandhian critique of state power
- Rawls original position
- Communitarian critique
- Hobbes and Locke natural rights
- Inter State Councils
- Water disputes in India
- Election Commission powers
- Articles 324-329
- Basic Structure Doctrine
- Judicial power
- Constituent Assembly
- India in microcosm
- Feminism
- Equality and difference
- Public law
- Constitutional theory
- Section A Haryana PSIR
- PSIR mains 2023
- Haryana politics
- Political theory
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for HCS (Ex.Br.) & Other Allied Services Mai preparation
- Helps understand the latest exam pattern
- Useful for practice and self-assessment
- Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
- Helpful for analysing question trends
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Instructions
- 2023 Political Science & International Relations राजनितिक शास्त्र तथा अंतर्राष्ट्रीय सम्बन्ध Time: 3 hours. Maximum Marks: 200 समय: 3 घंटे अधिकतम अंक: 200
- This paper is divided into two Sections, Section-A and Section-B. ये प्रश्नपत्र दो खंडों में विभाजित है, खंड-A और खंड-B
- Each Section contains four (4) questions. प्रत्येक खंड में चार प्रश्न है। \tau
- Candidate has to attempt five questions in all. परीक्षार्थी को पांच प्रश्नों का उत्तर लिखना है।
- Question Nos. 1 and 5 are compulsory and out of the remaining, THREE questions are to be attempted choosing at least ONE question from each Section. प्रश्न संख्या 1 और 5 अनिवार्य है और शेष प्रश्नों में से किन्हीं तीन का उत्तर लिखना है, प्रत्येक खंड से एक प्रश्न को हल करना है।
- Word limit in questions, where specified, should be adhered to. प्रश्नों में शब्द सीमा, जहाँ विनिर्दिष्ट है, का अनुसरण किया जाना चाहिए।
- The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it. प्रत्येक प्रश्न/ भाग के लिए नियत अंक उसके सामने दिए गए हैं।
- Questions are printed in English & Hindi languages.
- In case of any ambiguity in translation of any question, English version shall be treated as final. प्रत्येक प्रश्न हिन्दी और अंग्रेजी दोनों भाषाओं में छपा है। प्रश्नों के अनुवाद में किसी अस्पष्टता की स्थिति में, अंग्रेजी सस्करण को ही अन्तिम माना जाएगा। (1) Political Science & International Relations / 2023
Questions (page 2)
Q2. 1(b) How do communitarians critique John Rawls' idea of 'original position'?
() (8) समुदायवादी ज़ॉन रॉल्स के 'मूल स्थिति' के विचार की आलोचना कैसे करते हैं?
Q3. 1
(c) Distinguish between Thomas Hobbes and John Locke's positions on natural rights.
() (8) प्राकृतिक अधिकारों पर थोंमस होंब्स और जोंन लोंक के विचार के बीच अंतर स्पष्ट करें।
Q4. 1(d) What has been the role of Inter State Councils in resolving water disputes among states in India?
() (8) भारत में अंतर-राज्य जल विवादों को सुलझाने में अंतर राज्य परिषदों की क्या भूमिका रही है?
Q5. 1(e) What are constitutional powers of the Election Commission of India as per Articles 324 to 329 of the Indian Constitution?
() (8) भारतीय संविधान के अनुच्छेद 324 से 329 के अनुसार भारत के चुनाव आयोग की संवैधानिक शक्तियाँ क्या हैं?
Q6. 2(a) What are the ways in which feminists have theorized 'equality and difference'? (Word limit: 250)
() (शब्द सीमा: 250) नारीवादियों ने किन तरीकों से 'समानता और अंतर' का सिद्धांत दिया है?
Q7. 2(b) The 'Basic Structure Doctrine' has enhanced judicial power and entrenched constitutional values. Discuss. (Word limit: 300)
() (शब्द सीमा: 300) बुनियादी संरचना सिद्धांत ने न्यायिक शक्ति को बढ़ाया है और संवैधानिक मूल्यों को स्थापित किया है। चर्चा करें।
Q8. 2
(c) Explain why the Constituent Assembly is called 'India in microcosm'. (Word limit: 300)
() (शब्द सीमा: 300) संविधान सभा को 'सूक्ष्म जगत में भारत' क्यों कहा जाता है?
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Frequently asked questions
What is the exam name?
HCS (Ex.Br.) & Other Allied Services Mains Exam-2023 (PSIR paper).
Which year is covered?
2023.
How many sections are in the paper?
Two sections: Section A and Section B.
How many questions are in each section?
Each section contains four questions.
How many questions must a candidate answer?
Five questions in total.
Which questions are compulsory?
Questions 1 and 5 are compulsory; three remaining questions must be answered with at least one from each section.
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