Day: April 28, 2015

Topic: strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance 10) In your opinion, why honesty and integrity are important for a public servant? Is there a way to ensure these two qualities in politicians? Critically comment.  (150 Words) The Hindu

Topic: ethics in private and public relationships; Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration:  9) Mutual trust is very important in building durable relationships both in personal and professional life. As a public administrator, how will you build trust with your colleagues, subordinates and the public? Also throw light on the importance of trust in public …

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Topic: environmental pollution and degradation 8) In a reversal of its earlier stand, recently India accepted the request of the United States and some other developed countries to work towards phasing out refrigeration chemicals known as hydrofluorocarbons, or HFCs, under the Montreal protocol on ozone layer protection. Write a critical note on the importance of Montreal Protocol …

Continue reading “8) In a reversal of its earlier stand, recently India accepted the request of the United States and some other developed countries to work towards phasing out refrigeration chemicals known as hydrofluorocarbons, or HFCs, under the Montreal protocol on ozone layer protection. Write a critical note on the importance of Montreal Protocol and examine how would India’s policy change affect industries and consumers in India.”

Topic: Inclusive growth and issues arising from it.  7) It is argued that financial inclusion must be more ambitious and look beyond bank accounts. In the light of recently launched Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, critically discuss what more needs to be done to herald true financial inclusion in India. (200 Words) The Indian Express Livemint  

Topic: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; 6) A recent study has found that the work being offered under the MGNREGS scheme is falling with each passing year and in the past three months, it has worsened. Critically analyse the reasons for this …

Continue reading “6) A recent study has found that the work being offered under the MGNREGS scheme is falling with each passing year and in the past three months, it has worsened. Critically analyse the reasons for this decline in demand for jobs under this scheme.”

Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests 5) “…IBSA has been overshadowed over the past few years by that other acronym without an adjective, BRICS.” Critically discuss the potential of IBSA forum, India’s role in it and the need for its revival. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: poverty and developmental issues 4) Critically examine the causes of farm distress in India and possible  solutions needed to address this distress. (200 Words) The Indian Express Business Standard The Hindu

Topic: Social empowerment; Salient features of Indian society 3) The rapid growth of population and its growing needs has meant that per capita availability of fresh water has declined sharply  over the past 50 years in India. Critically discuss the magnitude of water crisis in India, its causes and remedies. (200 Words) Livemint

Topic: Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country 2) Despite having negative influence on all aspects of India’s national life, the British also left behind few positive developments for India to consolidate and build a new nation state upon these developments. Critically examine the positive legacy of the British  and their impact on post – Independent …

Continue reading “2) Despite having negative influence on all aspects of India’s national life, the British also left behind few positive developments for India to consolidate and build a new nation state upon these developments. Critically examine the positive legacy of the British and their impact on post – Independent India.”

Topic: Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country 1) What were the basic goals that India set to achieve soon after its independence from the British? Critically evaluate India’s achievement in fulfilling these goals. (200 Words) Bipan Chandra, India Since Independence, Chapter – 1