pyq/2015/public-administration-optional-ii/1

Attempt all of the following in about 150 words each : (10x5=50)

(a) "Democracy within bureaucracy is likely to reduce its effectiveness." Do you agree with this view? Argue your case. (10 marks, 150 words)

(b) "District Collector's role in the development process has been overemphasised." Comment on the statement. (10 marks, 150 words)

(c) Why has District Planning been marginalised in many States and remained prominent in a few States? Explain. (10 marks, 150 words)

(d) "Ordinance-making power of the Executive needs to be suitably restrained." Examine it critically. (10 marks, 150 words)

(e) "'Minimum government, maximum governance' is not just a slogan but a philosophy of administration with enormous potentialities." Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer. (10 marks, 150 words)