Month: May 2019

Topic:  ethical concerns and dilemmas 8) On one hand there are people who think the law should let women decide whether to have abortions called pro-choice and on the other hand are People who are pro-life; who believe that all humans, including the unborn, have a right to life. What in your view point is …

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Topic:   Role of media and social networking sites 7) Discuss the effects of social media on Democracy. How does it play a key role to be an enabler of transparency and democracy?  (250 words) Reference   Why this question: The article discusses in detail how social media influence democracy. Key demand of the question: The …

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Topic : Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. 6) Discuss the diverse applications of Biotechnology in India and analyse its growth potential with reference to initiatives taken by the government in this direction. (250 words) Reference Why this question: The question is to assess the Biotechnology sector in India, its …

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Topic: Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. 5) What are space debris? How are they a threat to space operations? Discuss the concerns associated with Mission Shakti with respect to space debris. How far do you think the concerns are just? Comment. (250 words) Reference   Why this question: …

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Topic:Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act. 4) What is an exit poll? And how is it different from an opinion poll?  Reason why in India Election Commission (EC) is opposed to media coverage of opinion polls and exit polls during a multi-phase election? (250 words) Reference   Why this question: Last evening soon …

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Topic:   Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability, e-governance- applications, models, successes, limitations, and potential; citizens charters, transparency & accountability and institutional and other measures. 3) Discuss what role Civil society has a to play in restoring institutions that form the bulwark of democracy.(250 words) The hindu   Why this question: The article brings to …

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Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health. Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development. 2) Malnourishment in India is the next public health emergency that needs to be addressed immediately. Critically analyse the statement and also discuss the significance of food fortification to tackle …

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Topic: Indian Culture, Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India. 1) The Bhakti movement empowered those on the lowest treads of Indian society and provided impetus for the growth of vernacular literature. Comment. (250 words) Reference Why this question: The question is straightforward and is about discussing the role played by Bhakti movement in …

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  Article 324   What to study? For prelims: A 324 and features. For mains: Issues surrounding the credibility of EC.   Context: The Election Commission of India has passed an unprecedented order ending the campaign in West Bengal. It also removed the state’s Home Secretary, and a senior police officer. The decisions were taken …

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Topics covered: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment.   Masala bonds   What to study? For prelims and mains: masala bonds- features, need and significance.   Context: Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board issued Masala Bonds to raise funds from the overseas market.     What are Masala …

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Topic covered: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora.   Green cards   What to study? For prelims and mains: green cards- features, recent changes proposed and implications.   Context: U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a proposal that will include significant changes to the way green …

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Topics Covered: Development processes and the development industry the role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, donors, charities, institutional and other stakeholders.   National Institute of Nutrition (NIN)   What to study? For Prelims: About Midday meals scheme and Akshaya Patra foundation. For Mains: Features, need and significance of the scheme, performance analysis of …

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