Introduction & Syllabus Context

Control of public administration is the highest-scoring topic in Paper III Unit II — 4 of 5 years, 34 marks total, 6.8 average. It is Tier 2 priority and must be covered comprehensively.

The 2021 PYQ included "Vote on Account" (2m) and "forms of judicial control" (5m). The 2023 PYQ included "judicial control forms and methods" (10m) and "web portal for Parliament question answers" (2m). For 2026, expect at least one 10-mark question — likely on legislative control committees OR judicial writs.

Exam approach: For control mechanisms, the tripartite structure (legislative, executive, judicial) is the organising framework. For 150-word questions: define the type → list key instruments → evaluate effectiveness → note limitations.