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General Studies – 1
Topic : Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.
Difficulty level: Difficult
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:
Write about shifting themes and directions of Indian literature.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Give a brief intro to Indian literature
Body:
Trace the evolution of Indian Literature with focus on changing themes, ideas and styles.
E.g. Earliest literature: There were no rules and no separation between singing, poetry, dance and philosophy etc. Poetry dominated prose. Themes were mainly religious.
Medieval times: Newer forms of literature developed (e.g. Dohas by Kabir), languages diversified, Use of Persian languages and poetry.
Modern times: Indian writers tried to emulate West, emergence of reformation literature e.g. Ram Mohan Roy’s ‘Precepts of Jesus’
Conclusion:
Rapidly advancing technology and the digital world have reduced the gap between the author and the reader. It has encouraged many youngsters to take up literature in a serious way. Self-publication and digital platforms, new avatars like science fiction, flash fiction, Instagram poetry has got evolved in the present times
Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: NCERT
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:
Contributions of each in the genesis of Bengal School of Art
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Briefly introduce Bengal School of Art
Body:
Write about the emergence of Bengal School of Art, its features and contribution of each –
E.g. Emergence: As a reaction to the company paintings promoted by British
Features: Based on Indian Traditions, Influence of Ajanta Paintings, Linear Delicacy, etc.
Contribution of Abanindranath Tagore: Creator of ‘Indian society of Oriental Art’, promoted National Indian Styles withing colonial art institutions.
Contributions of Rabindranath Tagore: He opened up his house to young artists, and started the ‘vichitra club’. He created ‘Kala Bhavan’ at Viswa Bharati University in 1919.
Conclusion:
Thus, both played a major role in the emergence and development of Bengal School of Art.
General Studies – 2
Topic: Parliament and State Legislatures – structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges and issues arising out of these
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Reference: The Indian Express
Why the question:
A recent judgment relating to defection in Goa Assembly is in news, and hence the interpretation of related schedule
Key Demand of the question:
Mention the purpose, issues and recommendations relating to Defection provisions
Directive word:
Comment– here we must express our knowledge and understanding of the topic and form an overall opinion thereupon
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Brief on the constitutional provisions-Article Numbers, schedule relating to defection
Body:
First, mention in brief the provisions in the Indian constitution relating to defection
Then, highlight the instances where it has facilitated defection, rather than preventing it
Further, mention the issues associated with the provision, with the relevant way forward
Conclusion:
A relevant closing statement
Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Reference: The Hindu
Why the question:
The actions of India in response to the Russia-Ukraine war are in the news
Key Demand of the question:
The holistic analysis of India’s actions in response to the war and the course it should take with its actions
Directive word:
Analyze- here we have to examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and presenting them as a whole in a summary
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Brief on situation and what has been India’s response to it.
Body:
First, focus on India-Russia relations and in what possible ways India can guide Russia, while still keeping up the relations
Analysis of India’s recent responsive actions, can also be provided
Considering the values that India abides by, when it comes to shaping its foreign policy, suggest what course of action India should take in alignment with these values
Conclusion:
A relevant closing statement
General Studies – 3
Topic: Effects of liberalization on the economy, changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth.
Reference: Indian Express
Why this question
The government is going ahead with the disinvestment of its profitable PSUs e.g. LIC through the market route, despite an economic slowdown due to Ukrainian crisis.
Key Demand of the question:
To understand why Governments go for sale of government owned businesses, including transfer of management and control of profitable PSUs and the economic repercussions of the move.
Directive word:
Critically analyze – When asked to analyze, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary. When ‘critically’ is suffixed or prefixed to a directive, one needs to look at the good and bad of the topic and give a balanced judgment on the topic.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by mentioning the recent plan to divest government stakes in Profit making PSUs.
Body:
First, mention the intent behind divestment/strategic sale such as greater administrative efficiency of private management, getting rid of loss-making units, rationalization of resources and manpower etc.
In contrast also bring out the reasons for low performance of PSUs despite being profit-making, such as lack of commercial autonomy, lower pecuniary benefits etc.
Also, some PSUs are strategically important e.g. LIC has always been known to be the investor of last resort, intervening in the market to minimise volatility. It has also been proactive in ensuring that several disinvestment plans of the government are fructified by becoming the buyer.
Next, highlight the macroeconomic impacts such as fiscal stimulus in the economy, more resources with the Government for investment in infrastructure projects, loss of jobs etc
Conclusion:
Conclude by stating that divestment/strategic sale must be taken up with utmost caution and only where it is absolutely prudent else it may lead to loss of assets and revenue of the government in the long run.
Topic: Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security.
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
The IPCC released the second part of its sixth assessment report on Monday. It deals with climate change impacts, risks and vulnerabilities, and adaptation measures.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about Hybrid warfare and measures that are needed to combat it.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving facts and figures as given by the latest report esp. for India
Body:
Identify various risks and Vulnerabilities that India may have to go through in face of climate change. E.g. Urban India is at greater risk than other areas with a projected population of 877 million by 2050, nearly double of 480 million in 2020.
Then chart out a few adaptation measures to mitigate the impact. If possible, cite examples where these measures have worked successfully.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward
General Studies – 4
