GS-II · UPSC Mains PYQGovernance 2017 15 Marks

Is the National Commission for Women able to strategize and tackle the problems that women face at both public and private spheres? Give reasons in support of your answer.

Microtheme: Statutory Bodies · Asked in UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination 2017.

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Statutory Bodies of India: Powers and Concerns

NHRC, CIC, Lokpal, NCW, CBI, NGT — statutory bodies, powers, autonomy issues and reform ideas.

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Model Answer Approach

  1. Decode demand: Identify the directive verb (discuss / examine / critically analyse) and bound the scope to Statutory Bodies.
  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 Intro (40–50 words): Define the core concept; anchor with a definition, data point, or constitutional/historical reference.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

nationalcommissionstrategizeproblemsprivatespheresreasonssupport
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