Upsc notes : GS2

India’s “Neighborhood First” policy, initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government in 2014, represents a strategic shift in India’s foreign policy, emphasizing enhanced bilateral relations with neighboring countries.

Introduction The holding of free and fair elections is the sine-qua-non of democracy.

Long story short The Judiciary The Judiciary Supreme Court Article 124 deals with the Establishment and Constitution of the Supreme Court.

To what extent, in your view, the Parliament is able to ensure accountability of the executive in India?

‘Constitutional Morality’ is rooted in the Constitution itself and is founded on its essential facets.

How have the recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission of India enabled the States to improve their fiscal position?

“If the last few decades were of Asia’s growth story, the next few are expected to be of Africa’s.

Discuss the desirability of greater representation to women in the higher judiciary to ensure diversity, equity and inclusiveness.

Long story short The State Executive Union State Relations The State Executive Article 153 stipulates that there shall be a Governor for each State.

Long story short Union Executive Union Legislature Union Executive Part V (The Union) under Chapter I (The Executive)

Long story short Historical underpinnings Salient features Making of the Constitution The Preamble Union and its territories Citizenship Fundamental rights Directive principles Fundamental Duties Historical underpinnings The historical underpinnings of the Indian Constitution can be traced back to several sources, including the country’s ancient legal and political traditions, as well as more recent constitutional developments in British India and other countries.

Chapter 1: Introduction to Constitution and Significance What is a Constitution?