Day: March 12, 2018

Topic: Codes of Ethics, Codes of Conduct    7) Do you think the public service values and the Code of Ethics should be given a statutory backing? Justify.(150 Words) ETHICS – ARC  Question Why this question? ARC has recommended this step. It’s important in the larger context of civil services reforms in India.   Key demand …

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Topic:  Environmental pollution 6) What are persistent organic pollutants and what dangers they pose to health and environment? Also write a brief note on recently notified new Regulation of Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Rules, 2018. (250 Words) Livemint Why this question? Very good concept to learn and it’s in news.   Key demand of the question: Direct …

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Topic: Agriculture – Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices 5) Examine the key findings, recommendations and relevance of the National Commission on Farmers. (250 Words) PRS   Why this question? Very important concept to learn. It’s often in news whenever there is debate on agrarian crisis.    Key demand of the question: …

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Topic:  Energy; Food security 4) Bioenergy is the largest used renewable energy source in the world. Discuss the progress made in the use of bioenergy and challenges presented by bioenergy to food security. (250 Words) IDSA   Why this question? Very important concept that combines two topics in the syllabus. Important for Mains.   Key demand of …

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Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education, Human Resources. 3) A more robust and transparent admission system would not only lend credibility to the selection process, but it would also ensure quality. In the light of the fact that there exists multiple exams and application processes for higher education, discuss the …

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Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times; Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues  1) Examine the role played by the British in rediscovering India’s history. (250 Words) The Wire Why this question? Important question …

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