Month: June 2015

DAY – 25: Insights Self Study Guide for Prelims + Mains – 2015 30 June 2015 Following Questions are Based on this TIMETABLE ARCHIVES Examine why it is said that unlike the British Parliament, Indian parliament is not a sovereign body. (200 Words) Laxmikanth, Indian Polity, Chapter – 22, Parliament

Topic: Ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions 9) “He prepares evil for himself who plots mischief for others.” – Latin Quote. Critically comment on the quote and examine if the meaning of the above quote is applicable in public administration too.  (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology 8) Write a note on the medical applications of 3D-Printing technology. (100 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices 7) Critically analyse the interrelationship between government’s minimum support price scheme, cropping pattern and crop production in India. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth.  6) Recently it was reported in media that the Indian tech start-ups are shifting their headquarters to the United States and Singapore. Critically examine why and suggest how  can India stop this trend and encourage these companies to operate from India. (200 Words) The …

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Topic: Effects of liberalization on the economy, 5) Do you think liberalisation of legal services should be allowed in India? Discuss the issue examining merits and demerits of the same. (200 Words) Business Standard The Hindu

Topic:  Indian diaspora 4) “A diaspora’s potential economic importance goes well beyond remittances.” In the light of the statement and with reference to India’s diaspora, critically examine their economic potential for India. (200 Words) Livemint

Topic:  Global groupings and agreements affecting India’s interests 3) Critically examine the effects of ongoing economic crisis in Greece on the Indian economy. (200 Words) Business Standard Business Standard Business Standard Business Standard

Topic: Poverty and developmental issues 2) In your opinion, what causes poverty- mindset or rising inequality and unemployment? Critically discuss. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic:  Role of women and women’s organization,  1) Critically comment on the factors that are hindering the empowerment of women in rural India. (200 Words) The Hindu

DAY – 24: Insights Self Study Guide for Prelims + Mains – 2015 29 June 2015 Following Questions are Based on this TIMETABLE ARCHIVES 2) Examine the difference between money bill and ordinary bill introduced in the Houses of  Indian Parliament. Compare and contrast the powers of Rajya Sabha vis a vis the US Senate when …

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DAY – 24: Insights Self Study Guide for Prelims + Mains – 2015 29 June 2015 Following Questions are Based on this TIMETABLE ARCHIVES   1) Write a note on any four devices of Parliamentary proceedings in India and explain their importance. (200 Words) Laxmikanth, Indian Polity, Chapter – 22, Parliament