1. Explain how caste as a social category is also becoming a political category in the democratic politics of India. [200words, 15marks] [2021]
2. Examine the role of religion in Indian Electoral Politics in the contemporary times. [200words, 15marks] [2020]
3. Development has overshadowed the influence of caste in electoral behaviour in recent elections. Discuss. [250words, 20marks] [2019]
4. Critically examine the ethnic conflicts in North East India. [200words, 15marks] [2018]
5. Religion is still an important factor in Indian politics. Discuss. [200words, 15marks] [2017]
6. Cultural and regional differences are the enduring bases on which politics is played out in India. Discuss. [150words, 10marks] [2016]
7. Comment on the emergence of backward classes in Indian politics. [200words, 15marks] [2016]
8. Comment on relations between ethnicity and democracy in India. [150words, 10marks] [2014]
9. Explain the phenomena of ethnic politics in India in recent times. [250words, 20marks] [2013]
10. Indian politics has influenced caste and caste has influenced Indian politics. Discuss. [20marks] [2011]
11. The OBC politics has challenged the nature of dominant caste politics in the states. Critically examine this statement and bring out your conclusion. [60marks] [2009]
12. Examine the effect of caste and community in Indian politics. Do you foresee their continued relevance in the country’s politics? [60marks] [2008]
13. The instability of national policies is due to the rising influence of religious politics. Discuss. [200words, 20marks] [2007]
14. Discuss caste and religion as operative factors with Indian policy. [200words, 20marks] [2002]
15. "The electoral behaviour of Indian votes is more or less caste-ridden, including the selection process of party candidates". In the light of the above statements, critically examine the positive or the negative role of caste in the Indian political system. [60marks] [1999]
16. Discuss how far the politics of regionalism and communalism have affected nation- building in India. [60marks] [1998]
17. Discuss minority government in India. [200words, 20marks] [1997]
18. Write a short note on Creamy Layer and social justice. [200words, 20marks] [1995]
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