5 Aug 2026, 15:26 UTC≈5,160 views15 reactionsread 7 September 2026 Approach to Answer:
1. Introduction (approx. 30-40 words):
Acknowledge the constitutional status of Parliament (Article 79) as the central institution of Indian democracy.
Mention its multi-functional role: legislation, oversight of the executive, representation, and deliberation.
2. Body - Part 1: Factors contributing to the decline/questioning of efficacy (approx. 100 words):
Decline in sitting days: Parliam…
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5 Aug 2026, 15:24 UTC≈4,370 viewsread 7 September 2026 Question: "While the Indian Parliament is constitutionally empowered as the supreme legislative body, its effectiveness as an instrument of accountability and deliberation has been increasingly questioned in recent years." In light of this statement, critically examine the factors contributing to the decline of Parliament's functional efficacy and suggest measures to restore its role as the 'Grand Inquest of the Nati…
4 Aug 2026, 14:41 UTC≈5,090 views12 reactionsread 7 September 2026 Model answer
Mangrove forests are deteriorating due to over-exploitation, deforestation, land reclamation and pollution. Large areas of mangroves have been cleared due to various factors.
Importance in maintaining coastal ecology:
•Basis of a complex marine food chain.
•Creation of breeding habitat for birds and water animals.
•Filtering and assimilating pollutants from upland run-off.
•Stabilization of bottom sed…
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4 Aug 2026, 14:41 UTC≈4,420 views0 reactionsread 7 September 2026 Practice Question for today
Discuss the causes of depletion of mangroves and explain their importance in maintaining coastal ecology. (200 words)
2 Mar 2026, 04:47 UTC≈26,000 views15 reactionsread 7 September 2026 Practice Question for today
Discuss the causes of depletion of mangroves and explain their importance in maintaining coastal ecology. (200 words)
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30 Sept 2024, 16:43 UTC≈99,600 views278 reactionsread 7 September 2026 Model answer
Introduction:
The doctrine of Separation of Power refers to the model of governance where the executive, legislative and judicial powers are not concentrated in one body but instead divided into different branches. The degree of separation varies. ‘Strict separation’ implies branches are independent of each other. On the other hand, ‘checks and balances’ implies that reasonable checks and balances are i…
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30 Sept 2024, 16:43 UTC≈69,900 views50 reactionsread 7 September 2026 Practice Question for today
Do you think that Constitution of India does not accept principle of strict separation of powers rather it is based on principle of checks and balances? Explain. (150 words)
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4 Aug 2024, 18:01 UTC≈84,000 views76 reactionsread 7 September 2026 Photo
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3 Aug 2024, 20:32 UTC≈71,800 views15 reactionsread 7 September 2026 File
Prelims Subject wise trends (2018 to 2024)
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3 Aug 2024, 20:31 UTC≈67,900 views14 reactionsread 7 September 2026 File
All important Acts passed during British rule: Indian Council Acts, Pitts India Acts, Regulating Act and Government of India Acts
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3 Aug 2024, 20:17 UTC≈65,600 views19 reactionsread 7 September 2026 File
Evaluated answer-Shubhanshi Singh AIR 298 (was student of daily answer writing program)
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29 Jul 2024, 08:56 UTC≈64,400 views17 reactionsread 7 September 2026 Video
Dr Sashi Tharoor, Congress mp From Kerala, is speaking on the tragic death of students in ORN-Delhi
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