General Studies Paper 2- Upper PCS Mains 2025

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Uttarakhand: UKPSC Upper PCS Mains 2025 General Studies Paper 2, held on 28th April 2026.

UKPSC Upper PCS Mains 2025 General Studies Paper 6

Identify the significance and features of the ‘Basic Structure’ Doctrine.
Critically examine how the Union Government’s power to give directions to the state governments ensures national integration and uniformity in governance.
Ujjwala Yojna and enhancement in quality of life of rural women.
‘India has been ranked 105 among 127 nations in the Global Hunger Index in 2024.’ Comment.
Discuss the significance of bilateral groupings in strengthening strategic relations between nations.

‘Supreme Court is crucial when there is executive overreach and legislative encroachment.’ Examine the statement in your own words.
‘Election Commission of India (ECI) initiation on the need for undertaking Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise on All-India basis.’ Give your views whether this exercise lacks unanimity in the country.
How does Indian Parliament’s Constitutional Supremacy differ from United Kingdom’s absolute parliamentary sovereignty?
Analyse the factors why some states in India are pushing for the creation of the Legislative Councils in recent years. Discuss in light of the constitutional provisions.
Do you think that in today’s world, Ayurveda is a relevant and efficient system of healthcare in India? Give reasons for your answer.
What role can the digital technologies play in promoting transparency and accountability in governance?
“The lack of public accountability has led to the decline of institutions in India.” Explain with suitable examples.
Explain how policies like MGNREGA and various other Labour Welfare Schemes contribute to Social-Economic Equality as envisaged in Directive Principles of State Policy.
“UK immigration and education policies have strengthened Indian diaspora and bilateral relations.” Discuss.
“Global trade agreements often limit India’s policy autonomy in key sectors.” Discuss and give your viewpoint.

Critically examine the role of The Central Pollution Control Board in India’s environmental protection. What factors limit its effectiveness?
Comment on the role and achievements of ‘National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (N.C.P.C.R.)’ on curbing Child Labour in India.
Despite the constitutional status granted to The Urban Local Bodies, their performance is far from satisfactory. Suggest ways to strengthen grassroot democracy and nation building in India.
Critically examine the role of the informal associations in democratizing Indian Polity.
Write a short essay on the prominent legislations related to women and children.
Explain the concept of the 2030 Agenda and the five pillars around which the Sustainable Development Goal’s (SDG’s) are structured. Also, explain the role of NITI Aayog in this.
How does the National Education Policy (NEP), 2020 seek to bridge gender-gap in education?
How will civil service reforms under Mission Karamyogi reinvent bureaucracy in India?
Discuss the role of the Indian diaspora in influencing foreign policy decisions of their host countries towards India.
“Regional connectivity initiatives are the most effective tool for India to strengthen neighbourhood countries’ relations.” Analyse this statement.