GS2

General Studies-II: Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International relations

Comparative Constitutions

Comparison of the Indian constitutional scheme with that of other countries.

UPSC questions on Comparative Constitutions — previous year & Mains practice →

Articles for this syllabus topic(1)

India's Historic Triumph at World Para Athletics Championships 2025: Record 22 Medals and Home Advantage

Why in News

India hosted the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 for the first time in New Delhi from September 27 to October 5, delivering its best-ever performance with 22 medals (6 gold, 9 silver, 7 bronze). This surpassed the previous record of 17 medals from Kobe 2024, showcasing the rising prowess of Indian para athletes amid government support through initiatives like Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) and increased infrastructure, while serving as a qualifier for the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympics.

World Para Athletics Championships 2025India Para Athletes MedalsSumit Antil Record Throw+3

Other topics in General Studies-II: Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International relations

Indian Constitution & Basic Structure26 Federalism: Union, States & Devolution24 Separation of Powers & Dispute Redressal1 Parliament & State Legislatures3 Executive & Judiciary18 Representation of the People's Act5 Constitutional Posts & Bodies Statutory, Regulatory & Quasi-judicial Bodies Government Policies & Interventions20 Development Processes: NGOs, SHGs & Stakeholders1 Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections4 Health, Education & Human Resources5 Poverty & Hunger1 Governance, Transparency & E-governance20 Civil Services in a Democracy1 India & its Neighbourhood2 Bilateral, Regional & Global Groupings55 Foreign Policies affecting India & Diaspora77 International Institutions & Fora16