Day: January 25, 2017

Topic:  Ethics in human actions 7) What do you understand by patriarchy? It is said that patriarchy affects both men and women. Examine why. (150 Words) Livemint

Topic: Land reforms; Agriculture issues 6) More than half of India’s labour force is still connected directly or indirectly to agriculture for its livelihood. Policymakers face the the dual challenge is of increasing income share of labour force, and increasing the rate of employment absorption into industry and services. Examine how these two challenges can be addressed. …

Continue reading “6) More than half of India’s labour force is still connected directly or indirectly to agriculture for its livelihood. Policymakers face the the dual challenge is of increasing income share of labour force, and increasing the rate of employment absorption into industry and services. Examine how these two challenges can be addressed.”

Topic: Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability,  5) “There are two aspects of demonetisation on which clarity is required. One is the status of political funds, and the other the status of donations/offerings made to temples and religious institutions, through the so-called temple hundis.” Discuss critically. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests 4) “India is well positioned to emerge as a credible security and economic partner of the UAE and the larger Gulf region at a time when the West is looking inwards and China’s rise is getting hobbled by its aggressive rhetoric …

Continue reading “4) “India is well positioned to emerge as a credible security and economic partner of the UAE and the larger Gulf region at a time when the West is looking inwards and China’s rise is getting hobbled by its aggressive rhetoric on territorial issues.” Elaborate”

Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora 3) Critically comment on Trump’s foreign policy and examine what implications it would have on India and China. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times 2) What began as an admirably peaceful protest against restrictions on jallikattu, the Tamil tradition of bull taming, these protests have mutated into violent hooliganism, police crackdowns and expression of Tamil chauvinism. Examine arguments made for …

Continue reading “2) What began as an admirably peaceful protest against restrictions on jallikattu, the Tamil tradition of bull taming, these protests have mutated into violent hooliganism, police crackdowns and expression of Tamil chauvinism. Examine arguments made for and against jallikattu, and critically comment on implications of these protests turning out to be identity based movement.”

Topic: The Freedom Struggle – its various stages and important contributors /contributions from different parts of the country. 1)  Subhash Chandra Bose continues to be popular among Indian masses and is fondly remembered when compared to other national leaders. How did Bose’s vision differ other national leaders, especially from Nehru’s vision? Critically examine. Also examine …

Continue reading “1) Subhash Chandra Bose continues to be popular among Indian masses and is fondly remembered when compared to other national leaders. How did Bose’s vision differ other national leaders, especially from Nehru’s vision? Critically examine. Also examine what makes him more popular.”