Day: March 1, 2018

Topic:  Ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions; 6) It is argued that the police encounters, which have become a common phenomenon, have contributed to our low rank on ‘rule of law’ index. Examine why encounters are considered as unethical and against rule of law. (150 Words) The Hindu Why this question? This …

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Topic:  Land reforms 5) Discuss the main features of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 (LARR Act) and also examine how LARR Act has altered the traditional relationship between the state and the citizen. (250 Words) The Hindu Why this question? This question is important because it’s …

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Topic:  Inclusive growth and issues arising from it.  4) An inclusive financial ecosystem is quintessential to the social contract. Critically evaluate the success of recent government initiatives in strengthening and deepening financial inclusion in India. (250 Words) Livemint Why this question? Financial inclusion is in news since 2014 thanks to various initiatives and policy decisions.    It’s …

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Topic:  Employment 3) In August 2017, the draft Code on Wages Bill 2017 was introduced in the Lok Sabha. Analyse its features and significance. (250 Words) PRS Reference Why this question? This is a major reform and is an important question from exam point of view. This issue will evolve further if the Bill gets passed.    …

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Topic:   Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate; Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests 2) The creation of the AIIB was expected to plug Asia’s monumental infrastructural deficit. Critically examine if the AIIB has succeeded in becoming a credible institution that promises to make an important …

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Topic:  Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times 1) Both Buddhist and Jain literature, though parted their ways from Sanskrit and created large trove of works in vernacular languages, later had to abandon their hostility to the Sanskrit language. Examine. (250 Words) Reference Reference   Why …

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