Month: October 2017

Topic:  Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. 3) A learning crisis is a combination of factors beyond parents and extending to issues in conflict areas. Comment. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests   2) The endeavour of India, Japan and US to connect the Pacific and Indian Oceans could be an alternative to China’s Belt and Road Initiative and enhance the bargaining power of small countries vis-a-vis Beijing. Discuss. (200 Words) The Indian Express

Topic:   Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.  1) Discuss the architectural and cultural significance of Taj Mahal. (200 Words) The Indian Express

Topic:   Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators 8) Power is the real test of a person’s character and ethical values. Comment. (150 Words) General

Topic:  Changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth.  7) In your opinion, what constitutes good industrial policy? Examine the challenges that India faces in formulating new industrial policy to suit present industry demands. (200 Words) Livemint

Topic:  Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers 6) What are bitcoins? How are they beneficial in financial services? Can they be sustainable as an idea? Discuss. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic:  Infrastructure: Energy 5) Targeted universal electrification through Saubhagya still does not solve the paying capacity of end users to clear bills despite access. Comment. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Indian economy – growth and development; mobilization of resources,  4) Public Sector Banks (PSBs) are the front runners for financial inclusion and need to be financed well themselves. Comment. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies.   3) The Election Commissioners are equal on appointment but unequal on removal. Critically analyse the composition of the Election Commission and how can it be made better. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: The Freedom Struggle – its various stages and important contributors /contributions from different parts of the country.  2) “Robert Clive founded the British Raj, Lord Macaulay sowed the seeds of its end.” Critically comment. (200 Words) The Indian Express

Topic:   Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues  1) Multiple dialogue processes in Kashmir lack consistency, continuity, and comprehensiveness. Comment. (200 Words) The Indian Express