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UPSC Mains Judiciary Questions

11 Judiciary questions from previous UPSC Mains papers, useful for identifying recurring themes and practising answers.

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Questions: 11
Years covered: 2017–2026
Exam years: 8
With answers: 11

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UPSC Mains Judiciary Questions

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Q1 2025 Mains GS2

Comment on the need of administrative tribunals as compared to the court system. Assess the impact of the recent tribunal reforms through rationalization of tribunals made in 2021. (Answer in 150 words)

JudiciaryPolityTribunals
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Q2 2025 Mains GS2

“Constitutional morality is the fulcrum which acts as an essential check upon the high functionaries and citizens alike…” In view of the above observation of the Supreme Court, explain the concept of constitutional morality and its application to ensure balance between judicial independence and judicial accountability in India. (Answer in 250 words)

Constitutional moralityJudicial accountabilityJudiciary
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Q3 2025 Mains GS2

Discuss the evolution of collegium system in India. Critically examine the advantages and disadvantages of the system of appointment of the Judges of the Supreme Court of India and that of the USA. (Answer in 250 words)

Collegium systemJudicial appointmentsJudiciary
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Q4 2024 Mains GS2

Explain the reasons for the growth of public interest litigation in India. As a result of it, has the Indian Supreme Court emerged as the world’s most powerful judiciary? (Answer in 250 words)

Judicial activismJudiciaryPolity and governance
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