Month: March 2015

Topic: basics of cyber security; 9) Critically analyse the approach adopted by India to secure its Cyber Space. (200 Words) India – 2015, Chapter – 8, Communications and Information Technology

Topic: Awareness in the fields of Space, 8) Recently scientists have proposed that natural tunnels known as lava tubes could safely house permanent bases on the Moon. Examine the rationale behind this proposal. (150 Words) The Hindu

Topic: economics of animal-rearing. 7) India is facing challenges on bridging the demand-supply gap in milk production. In this regard some experts have suggested that India should follow Chinese model of milk production to meet the demand. Examine the features of both the models and suggest which suits better for India. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Awareness in the fields of  biotechnology 6) What do you understand by ‘agroecology’? Why do some scientists advocate harnessing agroecology for safe and sustainable agriculture? Examine. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations. 5) Give a brief account of steps taken by India towards building a peaceful, stable and secure neighbourhood with its immediate neighbours. (200 Words) India – 2015, Chapter – 9, Defence

Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education, Human Resources. 4) The National Policy on Education speaks about Open University and Distance Learning as means to democratise education and make it a lifelong process for the needy. Critically examine merits and demerits of this approach. (200 Words) India – 2015, Chapter …

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Topic: Indian Constitution-  features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure.  3) Do you think the provisions of Article 19(2) of Indian Constitution should be suitably amended in the light of Supreme Court’s recent judgement in the case of Shreya Singhal versus Union of India? Critically comment. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic:  Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population 2) Critically comment on India’s official position on issues related to LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender) rights at national and international fora. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: political philosophies like communism, capitalism, socialism etc.– their forms and effect on the society. 1) It is said that many democracies around the world are taking Right turn i.e. embracing conservatism. With suitable examples, critically analyse why and also examine its implications for the world. (200 Words) Livemint

Topic:  Utilization of public funds, challenges of corruption. 12) Do you think taking harsh action against corrupt officials will reduce corruption in public offices? Critically examine the merits and demerits of harsh punishment as deterrent to corruption. (150 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Infrastructure; Land reforms 11) “The problem of land acquisition needs to be recast as the problem of efficient use of land, including the reclamation of unutilized land, the optimal alignment of complementary inputs, and the honest discharge of social responsibility aided by technology.”  In the light of ongoing debate on land acquisition and challenges therein, …

Continue reading “11) “The problem of land acquisition needs to be recast as the problem of efficient use of land, including the reclamation of unutilized land, the optimal alignment of complementary inputs, and the honest discharge of social responsibility aided by technology.” In the light of ongoing debate on land acquisition and challenges therein, critically comment on the statement.”

Topic: transparency & accountability and institutional and other measures. 10) Do you think political parties in India should be brought under the Right to Information Act and treated as Public Authorities? Substantiate. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Indian Constitution- features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. 9) Critically discuss why the Supreme Court of India recently held the Section 66A of the Information Technology (IT) Act unconstitutional? Examine the constitutional and commercial implications of this judgement. (200 Words) The Hindu Business Standard The Hindu

Topic: communalism, regionalism & secularism. 8) “Pakistan’s history is a testament to the fact that religion cannot knit together a people divided along regional lines.” Critically analyse. (200 Words) Livemint

Topic: Urbanisation – problems and remedies; Paper – 2 (Welfare schemes) 7) “The growing problem of increase in the size of slums should be seen in light of the effects of price control, rather than simply as a matter of a gap in housing demand required to be subsidized through increased spending by government.” Elaborate …

Continue reading “7) “The growing problem of increase in the size of slums should be seen in light of the effects of price control, rather than simply as a matter of a gap in housing demand required to be subsidized through increased spending by government.” Elaborate and suggest what should be government’s approach towards providing affordable housing to the urban poor.”

Topic: Social empowerment; Role of women and women’s organization 6) Critically analyse the importance of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1,325 in the empowerment of women and the challenges in its implementation. (200 Words) The Indian Express

Topic: communalism & secularism.  5) “Any restriction on religious conversion, whether on ground of social tension or changing demographics or national character, will amount to a serious violation of the fundamental right to freedom of religion.”  Critically comment. (200 Words) The Hindu