Month: September 2015

Topic: Issues relating to intellectual property rights 7) In the light of recent rejection of patent to few of the multinational drug companies on their drugs, critically analyse India’s present intellectual property rights policy. (200 Words) Business Standard Business Standard

Topic: Inclusive growth and issues arising from it.  6) Recently the World Economic Forum ranked India very low, mostly in the bottom half, globally on most of the parameters for inclusive growth and development, even as it fares much better internationally when it come to business and political ethics. In your opinion, what are the causes of this …

Continue reading “6) Recently the World Economic Forum ranked India very low, mostly in the bottom half, globally on most of the parameters for inclusive growth and development, even as it fares much better internationally when it come to business and political ethics. In your opinion, what are the causes of this low ranking and how we can address them? Critically discuss.”

Topic: Laws and mechanisms for vlunerable section 5) “Affirmative action is necessary. But caste-based reservations are unimaginative, crude and costly for the intended.” beneficiaries. Critically comment.(200 Words) The Indian Express

Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests 4) What do you understand by a Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT)? Recently the Law Commission of India released model draft to redraft archaic BITs. Critically examine how this draft seeks to protect the interests of both the government and investors. (200 Words) The …

Continue reading “4) What do you understand by a Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT)? Recently the Law Commission of India released model draft to redraft archaic BITs. Critically examine how this draft seeks to protect the interests of both the government and investors.”

Topic: issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure 3) It is argued that ending unearned privileges of both top civil and military services would help repair civil-military relations. Examine what these privileges are and critically comment on this issue. (200 Words) Business Standard

Topic: e-Governance; Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education, Human Resources.  2) It is agreed that E-learning could be the key to addressing the education challenges in the country today. How can digital technology be used to improve learning skills and quality of education? Discuss. (200 Words) Business Standard Business Standard

Topic: Role of women; 1) At 53 percentage points, India has one of the worst gender gaps in the world when it comes to labour force participation. How this percentage can be improved? Discuss. (150 Words) Livemint

Insights Mains Offline Test Series 2015 General Studies Paper – 1 Mock Test – 1                                                                                                              07 September 2015     Answer ALL the questions in NOT MORE THAN 150 words each. Contents of the answers are more important than its length. All questions carry equal marks. Q15. The founding and settling of hill stations was …

Continue reading “Q15. The founding and settling of hill stations was a distinctive feature of colonial urban development. Examine why they were founded and how they helped the British in India.”

Insights Mains Offline Test Series 2015 General Studies Paper – 1 Mock Test – 1                                                                                                              07 September 2015     Answer ALL the questions in NOT MORE THAN 150 words each. Contents of the answers are more important than its length. All questions carry equal marks. Q14. It is said that for Indian women, the …

Continue reading “Q14. It is said that for Indian women, the Civil Disobedience movement of 1930-31 was the most liberating experience to date and truly marked their entry into the public space. Discuss why.”

Insights Mains Offline Test Series 2015 General Studies Paper – 1 Mock Test – 1                                                                                                              07 September 2015     Answer ALL the questions in NOT MORE THAN 150 words each. Contents of the answers are more important than its length. All questions carry equal marks. Q13. Critically examine the role played by underground networks …

Continue reading “Q13. Critically examine the role played by underground networks during the Quit India Movement.”

Insights Mains Offline Test Series 2015 General Studies Paper – 1 Mock Test – 1                                                                                                              07 September 2015     Answer ALL the questions in NOT MORE THAN 150 words each. Contents of the answers are more important than its length. All questions carry equal marks. Q11. Was the attack by China on India in …

Continue reading “Q11. Was the attack by China on India in 1962 was the result of India’s own mistakes? Critically examine.”

Insights Mains Offline Test Series 2015 General Studies Paper – 1 Mock Test – 1                                                                                                              07 September 2015     Answer ALL the questions in NOT MORE THAN 150 words each. Contents of the answers are more important than its length. All questions carry equal marks. Q12. Briefly discuss the history of Naga Movement and …

Continue reading “Q12. Briefly discuss the history of Naga Movement and India’s response to it.”

Insights Mains Offline Test Series 2015 General Studies Paper – 1 Mock Test – 1                                                                                                              07 September 2015     Answer ALL the questions in NOT MORE THAN 150 words each. Contents of the answers are more important than its length. All questions carry equal marks. Q10. One of the primary causes of World War …

Continue reading “Q10. One of the primary causes of World War II was the rise of Adolph Hitler in Germany. Examine the factors that led to his rise to prominence in Germany.”

Insights Mains Offline Test Series 2015 General Studies Paper – 1 Mock Test – 1                                                                                                              07 September 2015     Answer ALL the questions in NOT MORE THAN 150 words each. Contents of the answers are more important than its length. All questions carry equal marks. Q9. Why were Stupas built and why did Sanchi …

Continue reading “Q9. Why were Stupas built and why did Sanchi Stupa survive while Amaravati did not? Examine.”