The following have been the major activities of the G.I.P.A

1. Library;
2. Reading-Room;
3. Lectures;
4. Weekly study class in Kannada, English and Samskrita;
5. Popular and Endowment lectures;
6. Civic Surveys;
7. Public opinion inquiries;
8. Symposia and conferences;
9. Committees for preparation of memoranda on legislation, fiscal matters and other public issues;
10. Correspondence with government functionaries for redressal of public grievances;
11. Cultural and literary programmes;
12. Publication of books and pamphlets;
13. Monthly journal Public Affairs;
14. Presentations by all political parties prior to General Elections and public discussions thereon.

Having recently celebrated its Golden Jubilee (1945-2005), the Institute looks forward to strengthening and expanding its activities.