Wednesday, 11 February 2026

 

📘 Public Administration – Paper I
Ultra Tough Public Policy Theory (20 Marks)


 Question (250 Words)

“The Rational Comprehensive Model promises optimal decision-making, but Incrementalism better reflects administrative reality.” Critically examine.

📝 Exam Hall Instructions

  • Word Limit: 250 Words
  • Time Limit: 8 Minutes
  • Introduce both models briefly
  • Explain assumptions of Rational Model
  • Explain Lindblom’s Incrementalism
  • Compare strengths and limitations
  • Conclude with relevance in Indian policymaking

 Analytical Points to Cover

  • Comprehensive analysis
  • Cost-benefit evaluation
  • Bounded rationality
  • Muddling through
  • Political feasibility
  • Policy stability
  • Indian public policy examples

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