Day: May 5, 2015

Topic:  Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country (Paper – 1) 6) What did India gain from the 1971 Bangladesh War? Critically comment. (200 Words) Bipan Chandra, India Since Independence, Chapter – 17

Topic: Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country (Paper – 1) 5) “The disavowal of the Cultural Revolution and Maoism of the 1960s and early 1970s by the post-Mao Chinese leadership in the late 1970s contributed further to the collapse of the Naxalite movement as a significant trend in Indian politics.” Elaborate. Bipan Chandra, India Since Independence, …

Continue reading “5) “The disavowal of the Cultural Revolution and Maoism of the 1960s and early 1970s by the post-Mao Chinese leadership in the late 1970s contributed further to the collapse of the Naxalite movement as a significant trend in Indian politics.” Elaborate.”

Topic: Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country (Paper – 1) 4) The initiation of the electoral process and entrenchment of democracy was among the several areas of progress and achievement, though marked by certain weaknesses and limitations. Discuss what challenges were faced and how they were achieved. Bipan Chandra, India Since Independence, Chapter – 11

Topic: Global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests  (Paper – 2) 3) During the Ninth Ministerial Conference of the WTO took place in Bali in December 2013, Ministers issued a Declaration and ten Decisions were adopted on various issues. Amongst these Decisions, two are of particular significance for India, viz. the Ministerial Decision for …

Continue reading “3) During the Ninth Ministerial Conference of the WTO took place in Bali in December 2013, Ministers issued a Declaration and ten Decisions were adopted on various issues. Amongst these Decisions, two are of particular significance for India, viz. the Ministerial Decision for an Agreement on Trade Facilitation and the Ministerial Decision on Public Stockholding for Food Security Purposes. Critically examine why these decisions are important for India.”

Topic: Inclusive growth and issues arising from it (Paper – 3) 2) What are the objectives of financial inclusion in India. Critically analyse the measures taken to bring financial inclusion in India. Economic Survey 2015, Chapter – 3

Topic: Resource mobilization (Paper – 3) 1) According to economists, the introduction of the GST (Goods and Services Tax) would be a significant step in the field of indirect tax reforms in India. Considering ongoing debate on the introduction of GST bill, critically comment on the important features of the bill. Economic Survey 2015, Chapter – …

Continue reading “1) According to economists, the introduction of the GST (Goods and Services Tax) would be a significant step in the field of indirect tax reforms in India. Considering ongoing debate on the introduction of GST bill, critically comment on the important features of the bill.”

Topic: role of family, society and educational institutions in inculcating values.  10) “We are reducing the child into becoming fake copies of what we aspire for rather than helping the child become a master of his or her own soul.” In your opinion what an ideal education should constitute and aim for? Critically analyse. (200 Words) …

Continue reading “10) “We are reducing the child into becoming fake copies of what we aspire for rather than helping the child become a master of his or her own soul.” In your opinion what an ideal education should constitute and aim for? Critically analyse.”

Topic: laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance 9) Examine the differences between rules, laws and regulations. Explain a situation – either from your experience or imaginary – where these three can be overridden by one’s conscience. (200 Words) General 

Topic: Security challenges and their management in border areas; 8) Discuss the challenges faced by India in managing various security challenges in its eastern borders at present. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Computers 7) What are the objectives of ‘internet.org’ launched recently by Facebook? Comment on the controversy surrounding its launch. (200 Words) Business Standard

Topic: Economic growth and development; Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life  6) Discuss the benefits of Big Data to economic development of a nation. (200 Words) Livemint Reference Reference

Topic: Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life 5) Why is LED lamp more efficient than CFL or incandescent lamps? Also compare  their environmental impact. (200 Words) The Hindu Reference

Topic: Functioning of judiciary 4) India’s courts are well known for huge pendency of cases. Critically discuss their magnitude, consequences of this problem and remedies to address this issue. (200 Words) The Hindu