Economics – 2014: Answer Writing Challenge – 32

ARCHIVES 09 October 2014 Q1) New classical macro-economics not only rejects the demand management policies of Keynes but also the propositions of mainstream monetarist such as Friedman”. Do you agree ?( 200 Words) Q2) Bring out the role of State Finance Commission in India with particular reference to rural economy. (150 Words)

The Big Picture – Violations of Ceasefire: Why has it assumed such dimensions?

Summary: In the last couple of months the violation of ceasefire on INDO- PAK border in Jammu and Kashmir has escalated. The firing has targeted even villages with most casualties being civilians including women and children. Meanwhile the America is calling for talks between the two sides. Political instability in Pak is escalating the problems. …

Sociology-2014: Answer Writing Challenge – 32

ARCHIVES 09 October 2014 1) Write notes on ALL of the following in not more than 200 words on each: (a) Education and society mobility. (b) Direction of tribal change. (c) Socio-cultural dimensions of Indian villages (d) Westernization and modernization. 2) Discuss industrialization and urbanization as inter related factors of social change in  India. 3) …

Psychology – 2014: Answer Writing Challenge – 32

ARCHIVES 09 October 2014 1) Discuss the effects of sleep  deprivation on cognitive, affective and behavioral dimensions.(200 words) 2) “Dream is guardian of sleep”. Comment (150 words) 3) Evaluate the efficacy of behavior therapy in the treatment of alcoholism  and drug addiction (150 words)

Public Administration-2014: Answer Writing Challenge – 30

ARCHIVES 09 October 2014 Answer in 250 words: 1. Administrative tribunals and judicial review are not only instruments of interpretation of law but also safeguards against administrative weaknesses and excesses. Comment. 2. Discuss the view that “tribunals should have the same degree of independence from the executive as that enjoyed by the supreme court and …

[UPSC MAINS-2014] Insights Secure Questions On Current Events, 09 October 2014

ARCHIVES 09 October 2014 Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words: 1) It is said that USA should be wary of China’s increased investments in and buying of US companies. At the same time some analysts argue that USA must resist the urge to indulge in the protectionism it abhors in less-developed nations. In this …