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General Studies – 1
Topic: History of the world will include events from 18th century such as industrial revolution, world wars, redrawal of national boundaries, colonization, decolonization, political philosophies like communism, capitalism, socialism etc.— their forms and effect on the society.
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: History of modern world by Jain & Mathur
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1.
Key Demand of the question:
Problems faced by African nations after independence, and the role played by the United Nations in helping resolving their problems.
Directive word:
Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary.
Introduction:
Introduce the answer by writing about decolonisation of Africa and how it took place.
Body:
The problems faced by independent African nations were not very different. List the common problems, and use examples. Also cite some unique problems that plagued individual African countries (ex: apartheid in South Africa), Civil wars in western Africa, emergence of dictators etc.
Mention the impact of the above on African countries and link it with present day.
Conclusion:
Conclude by highlighting how African countries to this day are being affected by their colonial past.
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: The Hindu
Why the question:
India’s push for electric vehicles (EVs) was renewed when phase-II of the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid and) Electric (FAME) Vehicles scheme in India, with an outlay of ₹10,000 crore, was approved in 2019. This was significant since phase-I, launched in 2015, was approved with an outlay of ₹895 crore.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about India’s preparedness and measures taken so far to achieve the transition to electric vehicles.
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.
Introduction:
Introduce the answer by giving context regarding push towards EV mobility.
Body:
First, mention the impact the EV can have on India economically in terms of reducing dependence on crude oil and reduced import bill and improved domestic energy independence.
Next, write about the environmental benefits of shift to EV – Give facts and figures relation to vehicular emission in India, the impact of it and how shifting to EV can be environmentally advantageous as well as sustainable in the long run.
Next, Examine the various measures taken in this regard so far such as FAME-I, FAME-II, Developing domestic battery manufacturing capacity, mining for Lithium and Cobalt etc. Mention various steps taken by state governments in this regard.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward to further harness the potential of EV’s in India.
General Studies – 3
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Live Mint , Insights on India
Why the question:
The National Assets Reconstruction Company Ltd (NARCL), the government-backed bad bank, on Tuesday said it has appointed former State Bank of India (SBI) official Natarajan Sundar as its managing director and chief executive.
Key Demand of the question:
To discuss the need & nature of Asset Reconstruction Company and factors that will make it effective.
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 by mentioning the aims and objectives of NARCL.
Body:
First, describe the structuring of the NARCL and also mention its mandate that makes it a bad bank.
Next, highlight the impact of bad debts being spread over various financial institutions
Next, suggest need of right team with the right incentive structure and an innovative approach in handling assets for an effective performance of NARC.
Conclusion:
Conclude by saying that global best practices coupled with local realities and needs, must be emulated for an effective resolution of bad debts.
Topic: Inclusive growth and issues arising from it.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
The last few months have seen an exponential growth of digital loan sharks who have been ensnaring thousands of innocent consumers in need of small loans.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about microfinance industry, its role in the economy and the perils of digital lending and ways to tackle it.
Directive word:
Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by mentioning the credit lending structure of microfinance industry.
Body:
First, describe the lack of formal credit lending structures to the poor for initiating some business or investment activity and with no collateral.
Next, highlight the role of microfinance sector in empowering women and help the poor to begin an income generating activity and take up small entrepreneurial ventures through small capital financing.
Next, write about the drawbacks of digital lending and steps to regulate it and ensure people are not harassed.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Down to Earth
Why the question:
India’s forests and soil can potentially store an additional 7 billion tonnes of carbon, a new study has estimated. This puts India among the top 10 countries with additional carbon storage capacity, the analysis published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences revealed.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the potential of soil as storage of carbon in the fight against climate change.
Directive word:
Elaborate – Give 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.
Introduction:
Begin by defining Soil carbon sequestration.
Body:
First, write about Soil carbon sequestration is a process in which CO2 is removed from the atmosphere and stored in the soil carbon pool. This process is primarily mediated by plants through photosynthesis, with carbon stored in the form of SOC.
Next, write about the benefits associated with above and steps that are needed to ensure it utilised to its full potential.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
General Studies – 4
Topic: Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators;
6. 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:
Begin by explaining the literal meaning of the quote and highlighting its core meaning about selflessness in adversity.
Body:
Write about adversity can be overcome for oneself and others being selfless – lack of greed, being compassionate, for the greater good. Cite examples to substantiate your points.
Conclusion:
Summarise by highlighting the importance of the quote in the present day.
Topic: Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators;
7. What does this quote means to you? (150 words)
“There’s a world of difference between truth and facts. Facts can obscure the truth.” – Maya Angelou
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:
Begin by explaining the literal meaning of the quote and highlighting its core meaning about importance of truth.
Body:
Write about facts can be manipulated and manufactures to suits the narrative. Give examples of justify your points. Mention that despite facts may point to different things generally the truth is only one.
Conclusion:
Summarise by highlighting the importance of the quote in the present day.
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