The Big Picture – One year of NDA Govt: How the social sector has fared? ARCHIVES Summary: The NDA government has completed one year in office. The social sector has seen significant increase in the budgetary allocations in the last decade and also increased spending. This sector has been one of the key areas to …
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Insights Daily Current Events, 26 May 2015 ARCHIVES ACB can act against Delhi police The Delhi High Court recently ruled that the Delhi government’s Anti-corruption Branch (ACB) has the jurisdiction to arrest police personnel. The ruling comes in the middle of a high-stakes jurisdiction battle between the Delhi and the Union government. Background: In July …
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Topic: Role of family and society in inculcating values; Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in human actions 8) The practice of accepting or giving dowry is prevalent in Indian society despite the spread of education and awareness. Some argue that if dowry is given as a goodwill gesture it is not unethical or immoral. Some …
Topic: Infrastructure – Energy 7) Recently, the Supreme Court of India, in an order said that regulations framed by electricity regulatory commissions imposing obligation upon captive power plants and open access consumers to purchase electricity from renewable sources is legal and necessary. Critically discuss how this order would affect energy sector in India. (200 Words) Business …
Topic: Infrastructure 6) “In line with the evolving trends and keeping constraints in mind, developing a unified logistics network-after taking commercial, passenger and military requirements into account-would be most economical and efficient.” Elaborate. (200 Words) Business Standard
Topic: Effects of liberalization on the economy, 5) It is said that a uniform liberal policy for foreign investment in retail – offline as well as online – is required to address various issues. Critically examine what these issues are and consequences of such liberal policy on stakeholders. (200 Words) Business Standard
Topic: Various Security forces and agencies and their mandate 4) For many years defence analysts are suggesting that India should create the post of Chief of Defence Staff (CDS). Critically examine why this suggestion is made and its importance for national security. (200 Words) The Hindu Reference Reference
Topic: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country, 3) Write a note on the cropping pattern of pulses in India. Examine why its prices in India are increasing and what needs to be done to control its price and make it affordable to poor. (200 Words) The Hindu Business Standard
Topic: Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, 2) Do you think the demand for full statehood to Delhi is logical? Critically comment considering the merits and demerits of granting complete statehood to Delhi. (200 Words) The Hindu
Topic: Salient features of Indian Society; Women empowerment 1) Critically analyse the causes and consequences of continuing practice of superstitions in India. (200 Words) The Hindu
