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General Studies – 1
Topic: The Freedom Struggle — its various stages and important contributors/contributions from different parts of the country.
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Chapter 20- A Brief History of Modern India by Rajiv Ahir (Spectrum Publishers)
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the reactions of Indian leaders to the Government of India Act 1935.
Directive word:
Elucidate – Give detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the context. You must be defining key terms wherever appropriate and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start by giving the context for the introduction of the Government of India Act,1935.
Body:
Write about the points supporting the Indian leaders to resent the Government of India Act,1935 such as the concept of federation with Provinces to join the imperial power and have a reserved representation, promoting feudal despotism, communally divisive approach and economic control of federal budget. Stress on the point that as much as the Indian leaders resented it, they were appealed by the constitutional means involved and participated in the elections.
Conclusion:
In the conclusion, despite its flaws major India leaders decided to give it a try and its outcome.
Topic: The Freedom Struggle — its various stages and important contributors/contributions from different parts of the country.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Chapter 22- A Brief History of Modern India by Rajiv Ahir (Spectrum Publishers)
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write in detail about the nationalist response to the outbreak of world war-II.
Directive word:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Mention the how the colonial government involved Indian army and resources in the World War II without reaching out any leaders.
Body:
Talk about the response of various leaders as a strategy to achieve self-rule in the context of World War II wherein one faction supported the idea of supporting the British against Fascist parties so that in return, they could achieve self-rule whereas, another faction was of the opinion to make use of the situation wherein the British resources were thinned and have an attack on the British in order to achieve independence. Mention the views of INC leaders.
Also mention actions take such as Congress ministries resigning, Individual satyagraha and wait and watch approach.
Conclusion:
Conclude by mentioning the stage being setup for the launch of Quit India movement.
General Studies – 2
Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express , vikaspedia.in
Why the question:
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has given its approval for continuation of the revised Samagra Shiksha Scheme for a period of five years i.e., from 2021-22 to 2025-26.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about SSA and how it aligns with SDG-4 and the NEP in order to improve the quality and accessibility of education in India.
Directive word:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin the answer by writing about SSA, its aims and objectives.
Body:
Next, write about the major features and interventions of the scheme.
Link the features of the scheme with treating school education as a continuum and is in accordance with targets Sustainable Development Goal for Education (SDG-4), convergence for the implementation of the RTE Act as well as recommendations of NEP 2020 to ensure that all children have access to quality education with an equitable and inclusive classroom environment.
Conclusion:
Suggest a way forward to make the SSA 2.0 a resounding success.
Topic: Development processes and the development industry —the role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, donors, charities, institutional and other stakeholders.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Live Mint
Why the question:
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) constituted a 15-member working group on a social stock exchange (SSE)
Key Demand of the question:
To explain Social Stock Exchange, its working and factors that will make it a success in India.
Directive word:
Explain – Clarify the topic by giving a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the context. You must be defining key terms wherever appropriate and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by defining the social stock exchange (SSE).
Body:
Explain the concept of SSE, how it works and the potential benefits its offers to the Indian civil society.
Next, write about the considerations While designing India’s social stock exchange. Factors such as – ensuring independent leadership, ensuring scale, building investor and donor appetite, and developing a viable business model etc. Give examples of model SSE from across the world.
Conclusion:
Conclude with notion how SSE holds the promise of becoming a transformative agent for civil society.
General Studies – 3
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment.
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: The Hindu , Indian Express
Why the question:
Gross Value Added (GVA) in the economy during the April to June period rose 18.8%, as per the National Statistical Office (NSO), from a 22.2% dip in the first quarter of 2020-21.
Key Demand of the question:
To explain Social Stock Exchange, its working and factors that will make it a success in India.
Directive word:
Critically examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we have to look into the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications. When ‘critically’ is suffixed or prefixed to a directive, one needs to look at the good and bad of the topic and give a fair judgment.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by defining V-Shaped Recovery post covid-19 economic slowdown. Use graph and cite examples.
Body:
Write about the India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth by 20.1% in first quarter and its various interpretation.
Next, write if the NSO numbers ‘reaffirm’ governments prediction of an ‘imminent V-shaped recovery’ made this time last year, and said the 20.1% rise in GDP ‘despite the intense second wave in the months of April-May.
Next, write difference between an economy benefiting from a “low base effect” and one registering a V-shaped recovery.
Conclusion:
Conclude by suggesting steps for quick recovery of economy from a policy perspective.
Topic: Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
In an observational study, Mayo Clinic researchers have found that a monoclonal antibody treatment that have emergency use authorisation from the US Food and Drug Administration — keep high-risk patients out of the hospital when infected with mild to moderate Covid-19.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the scope MCA and potential in treating covid-19 and other diseases.
Directive word:
Examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we must investigate the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start by giving definition of the monoclonal antibodies.
Body:
First, write about how the monoclonal antibody therapy works.
Mention how monoclonal cells can be used in fight against covid such as reducing covid-19 related emergency department visits and hospitalizations when given early to high-risk patients. Comment on its efficacy.
Mention the use of such cells in treatment of other ailments such as cancer, Ebola &HIV.
Conclusion:
Write about the need to enhance research and development of monoclonal antibodies in India.
General Studies – 4
Topic : Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators
“Joy is the simplest form of gratitude” What does this quote means to you? (150 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Quotes Wednesdays’ in Mission-2022 Secure.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Define what is gratitude.
Body:
Explain the quote in your own words.
Mention what are the associated features of showing joy and how gratitude can be one of the causative factors through a suitable illustration. Write about the need for gratitude in life.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising the above by stressing on the above.
