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Justice Civil Society
Asked 6 times in UPSC Mains · first asked 2015 · last asked 2025 · 78 total marks
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Civil Society Organizations are often perceived as being anti-State actors rather than non-State actors. Do you agree? Justify.
2025GS-210 marks
Civil Society Organizations are often perceived as being anti-State actors rather than non-State actors. Do you agree? Justify.
Discuss the contribution of civil society groups for women's effective and meaningful participation and representation in state legislatures in India.
2023GS-215 marks
Discuss the contribution of civil society groups for women's effective and meaningful participation and representation in state legislatures in India.
Can Civil Society and Non-Governmental Organizations present an alternative model of public service delivery to benefit the common citizen? Discuss the challenges of this alternative model.
2021GS-215 marks
Can Civil Society and Non-Governmental Organizations present an alternative model of public service delivery to benefit the common citizen? Discuss the challenges of this alternative model.
In the Indian governance system, the role of non-state actors has been only marginal. Critically examine this statement.
2016GS-212.5 marks
In the Indian governance system, the role of non-state actors has been only marginal. Critically examine this statement.
Examine critically the recent changes in the rules governing foreign funding of NGOs under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 1976.
2015GS-212.5 marks
Examine critically the recent changes in the rules governing foreign funding of NGOs under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 1976.
How can the role of NGOs be strengthened in India for development works relating to protection of the environment? Discuss throwing light on the major constraints.
2015GS-212.5 marks
How can the role of NGOs be strengthened in India for development works relating to protection of the environment? Discuss throwing light on the major constraints.