Day: March 3, 2018

Topic:  Information sharing and transparency in government, Right to Information; Challenges of corruption 6) Although the Whistleblowers Protection Act, 2014 was passed by the Lok Sabha, it is not yet operationalised. Analyse the importance of having a strong Whistleblowers Protection Act. Also comment a how does strong Whistleblowers Protection Act compliment right to information act. (150 Words) EPW …

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Topic:  Economics of animal rearing 5) A recent study has raised serious concerns over the use of antibiotics for growth promotion in farm animals. Examine why rampant usage of antibiotics continues unabated in farm industry and what are its health and other risks to humans. (250 Words) Down to Earth   Why this question? This issue is …

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Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health; Mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of vulnerable sections.  4) What is genetic discrimination? It’s  said that India needs a law against genetic discrimination. Examine why India needs such a law and in what form. (250 Words) The Hindu Reference …

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Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.   3) The Mughal style evolved as a result of a happy synthesis of the indigenous Indian style of painting and the Safavid school of Persian painting. It is primarily aristocratic and secular. Discuss. (250 Words) CCRT Why …

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Topic:  Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India;  Social empowerment 2) Adivasis cannot be equal citizens until they are considered holistically as a part of cultural and ecospheres with unique customs and practices, and not just as welfare recipients receiving doles. Critically comment why discrimination and atrocities against Adivasis in India continues unabated, even in …

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Topic:  Factors responsible for the location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries in various parts of the world (including India) 1) Why is diamond industry in India mainly located in Gujarat and Mumbai? In the light of recent events, examine why this industry is facing crisis and what are its consequences. (250 Words) Frontline ET …

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