pyq/2016/public-administration-optional-ii/1

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

(a) “The Regulating Act of 1773 not only introduced values in administration but also laid the foundation of centralized administration in India.” Explain. (10 marks, 150 words)

(b) Do you think that some of the ideals enshrined in the Preamble of the Constitution remain only on paper even today ? Critically evaluate. (10 marks, 150 words)

(c) Examine the efficacy of the measures taken to redefine and execute cooperative federalism in India. (10 marks, 150 words)

(d) Evaluate the performance and efficacy of the Maharatna, Navratna and Miniratna type of Public Sector Undertakings in the context of Liberalization, Privatization and Globalization (LPG). (10 marks, 150 words)

(e) “The growing prominence of NGOs in development areas is strongly related to the declining legitimacy of the State.” Explain. (10 marks, 150 words)