Mains Daily Quest - 19 September 2024

1. Discuss the challenges faced by economically strong states in India due to the current tax devolution framework. How can reforms in the devolution mechanism enhance fiscal autonomy and promote a more balanced federal governance model? (Answer in 250 words)

2. Evaluate the impact of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 on English language instruction in India. How does the policy's emphasis on regional languages affect socio-economic mobility and educational inequalities? Suggest reforms to address these issues while maintaining linguistic diversity. (Answer in 250 words)

3. Examine the effectiveness of fast-track courts in India for timely justice. Discuss their key challenges and propose measures to improve their efficiency. (Answer in 250 words)