GS-II · UPSC Mains PYQPolity 2016 12.5 Marks

Did the Government of India Act, 1935 lay down a federal constitution? Discuss.

Microtheme: Making of the Constitution · Asked in UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination 2016.

Model Answer Approach

  1. Decode demand: Identify the directive verb (discuss / examine / critically analyse) and bound the scope to Making of the Constitution.
  2. Intro (40–50 words): Define the core concept; anchor with a definition, data point, or constitutional/historical reference.
  3. Body: 2–3 thematic sub-heads with crisp points, examples and counter-arguments. Add a relevant case study or committee/report.
  4. Conclusion (30–40 words): Forward-looking — recommendations, way forward, or a constitutional/ethical anchor.

Structure Checklist

  • ✓ Definition / context in intro
  • ✓ Minimum 1 data point or report
  • ✓ Multi-dimensional arguments
  • ✓ Counter-view / limitations
  • ✓ Diagram, flowchart or map (if applicable)
  • ✓ Way forward in conclusion

Keywords to Use

governmentfederalconstitutiondiscuss

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