The lives of great leaders inspire us in many ways. Which leader has had a lasting impact on you and in what way? Explain one outstanding value that you have imbibed from him/her and its importance to being a civil servant.

Topic: Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants and consequences of Ethics in-human actions; dimensions of ethics; ethics – in private and public relationships. Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; role of Family society and educational institutions in inculcating values. 7. The lives of great leaders inspire …

“Frequent transfers of public servants affect their morale and weaken administration”, do you agree? Explain and present your opinion with suitable justifications.

Topic: Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems; ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions; laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance; accountability and ethical governance; strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance; ethical issues in international relations and funding; corporate governance. 6. “Frequent transfers …

Analyze the government initiatives to reduce India’s energy import dependence in the backdrop of recent rise in the petroleum and oil prices also suggest measures for the same.

Topic: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc. 5. Analyze the government initiatives to reduce India’s energy import dependence in the backdrop of recent rise in the petroleum and oil prices also suggest measures for the same. (250 words) Reference:  The Hindu , Indian Express Why the question: Speaking on the increase in petrol and diesel …

Surmounting investments in human and physical digital infrastructure will provide India an opportunity to shine in global market for digital information-technology services. Comment.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. 4. Surmounting investments in human and physical digital infrastructure will provide India an opportunity to shine in global market for digital information-technology services. Comment. (250 words) Reference:  Financial Express Why the question: The article highlights India’s need to focus on …

“Corruption undermines the credibility of the public sector, erodes trust in governments and their ability to steer a country to achieve high economic growth and shared prosperity, In this context discuss how India can make progress in the fight against corruption.

Topic: GS-2: Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability, e-governance applications, models, successes, limitations, and potential; citizens charters, transparency & accountability and institutional and other measures. GS-4: challenges of corruption. 3. “Corruption undermines the credibility of the public sector, erodes trust in governments and their ability to steer a country to achieve high economic growth …

Rights without duties will lead to lawlessness. Examine the statement in context of the relevance of fundamental duties in present times.

Topic: Fundamental duties, 2. Rights without duties will lead to lawlessness. Examine the statement in context of the relevance of fundamental duties in present times. (250 words) Reference:  Indian polity by Lakshmikant Why the question: The question aims to examine the importance of fundamental duties enshrined in the Indian constitution. Key Demand of the question: …

Examine the limitations in amending any part of the Indian constitution.

Topic: Basic Structure, Amendment of constitution 1. Examine the limitations in amending any part of the Indian constitution. (250 words) Reference:  Indian polity by Lakshmikant Why the question: The question is based on the basic structure concept and the amend ability of Indian constitution. Key Demand of the question: One is expected to discuss the …