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Summary: The unique thing happening in elections for the first time is that Caste seems to have become an issue which has been relegated to the backburner and class divide is quite evident in the recently held Delhi elections. This is seen, by some people, as watershed election in the sense that we move beyond …
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Insights Daily Current Events, 10 February 2015 National Deworming Initiative The union minister for Health & Family Welfare recently launched the National Deworming initiative. It was launched on the eve of the National Deworming Day (10th February). The programme will cover 11 states including Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu …
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Archives – Secure 2015 10 February 2015 Tomorrow’s Topic of GS-1: India – People and Economy, Class 12 Geography, Unit – IV (Chapter – 10) General Studies – 1; Topic: poverty and developmental issues 1) What do you understand by regional planning? Critically evaluate the success of five year plans in addressing regional inequality in India. (200 Words) …
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Topic: Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems; ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions 10) Please read carefully the following case and answer the question within the word limit specified. You are recently posted as Superintendent of Police to a district which has become infamous for frequent rapes and abuses …
Topic:poverty and developmental issues (also Paper-3 – planning) 9) Write short notes on drought-prone area programme and agro-climatic planning. How do these programmes help in the development of dryland agriculture in India? (150 Words) http://www.ncert.nic.in/NCERTS/textbook/textbook.htm?legy2=9-12
Topic: Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions 8) The Law Commission of India (LCI) in its recent 253rd Report has recommended reforms that can support India’s economic growth from a legal perspective. Comment on its recommendations. (200 Words) http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-opinion/fasttracking-disputes-resolution/article6876101.ece
Topic: Indian Constitution- significant provisions and basic structure. 7) “The fundamental right to religion does not include practices which run counter to public order, health and morality.” Elucidate with suitable examples. (150 Words) http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/right-to-religion-not-above-public-morality-sc/article6876132.ece
Topic: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. 6) “India has a long history of retirement savings products. Unfortunately, this history is one of allowing continuous fitful additions by …
Topic:E-governance 5) Examine the limitations of some of the e-governance initiatives being implemented in India. Mention, if any, your own experience of being beneficiary or victim of such e-governance initiative and suggest measures to improve the same. (200 Words) http://www.business-standard.com/article/opinion/subir-gokarn-trysts-with-e-governance-115020800717_1.html
Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests 4) Recently India proposed the creation of a ‘India Nuclear Insurance Pool’ in its agreement with the USA regarding nuclear liability law. Examine why has India proposed this insurance pool and its nature and benefits. (150 Words) http://www.business-standard.com/article/economy-policy/india-clarifies-nuclear-deal-with-us-115020800206_1.html
Topic: issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein. 3) Do you think the new thrust on cooperative federalism in the functioning of newly constituted Niti Aayog will only slow down the pace of schemes and projects due to various demands by states, political differences and tensions between …
Topic: poverty and developmental issues 2) How did the concept of sustainable development evolve? How is it different from economic development? If you are posted as District Collector, what measures will you take to ensure sustainable development in your district? Suggest out of the box measures. (200 Words) http://www.ncert.nic.in/NCERTS/textbook/textbook.htm?legy2=9-12
Topic: poverty and developmental issues 1) What do you understand by regional planning? Critically evaluate the success of five year plans in addressing regional inequality in India. (200 Words) http://www.ncert.nic.in/NCERTS/textbook/textbook.htm?legy2=9-12
