Topic: Social empowerment, communalism, regionalism & secularism.
2. Political inaction on the issue of communalism leads to deterioration of the social fabric of our country. Evaluate the statement in the light of recent events. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: New Indian Express
Why the question: Administrative collapse in Karnataka has been apparent and communalism is an effective diversion. The next Assembly polls are fast approaching, which makes it even more attractive.
Key Demand of the question: To write about the limitations in the working of CBI and role of judiciary in monitoring its performance.
Directive word:
Evaluate – When you are asked to evaluate, you have to pass a sound judgement about the truth of the given statement in the question or the topic based on evidence. You must appraise the worth of the statement in question. There is scope for forming an opinion here.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by defining communalism.
Body:
First, write about the causes of communalism in India.
Next, write about the impact of communalism in India and how political inaction can adversely affect the social fabric of the country. Use recent happenings from the country to substantiate your points.
Next, write about the possible political and administrative that can be taken to remedy communalism in the society.
Conclusion:
Comment with a balanced way forward.
