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UPPSC Mains 2023 — Polity Questions with Answers

All 9 Polity previous-year questions from UPPSC Mains 2023, each with the correct answer and a full explanation. Practise them as a free, timed mock test with instant scoring.

1. Q1.Preamble, Philosophy of Constitution

   Why the Preamble is called the Philosophy of the Indian Constitution ?

2. Q2.Prime Minister's Office (PMO) / Executive Power

   Critically examine the increasing powers and role of Prime Minister. How does it impact other institutions ?

3. Q3.Federalism in India

   How does the federal structure in India accommodates the diverse needs and aspiration of different states ? Are there any challenges, if yes, then how are they addressed ?

4. Q4.Dispute Resolution Mechanisms

   What alternative mechanism of dispute resolution have emerged in recent years ? How far have they been effective ?

5. Q5.Legislative Process (State Legislature)

   Describe the law-making process in the Legislative Assembly of Uttar Pradesh.

6. Q6.Constitutional Amendments, 42nd Amendment

   Why the 42nd Amendment is called a revision of the Indian Constitution ?

7. Q7.Judicial Activism

   Mention three demerits of Judicial Activism.

8. Q8.Pardoning Power (President vs. Governor)

   How the power of Governor to Pardon is different from the power of the President under Article 72 of the Indian Constitution ?

9. Q9.Advocate General

   Critically examine the process of appointment of the Advocate General and his functions in Uttar Pradesh.