Answer the following questions in 150 words:
General Studies – 1
1. The quest improve tourism through better connectivity and improved infrastructure should not affect the integrity and safety of heritage monuments. Examine the role of heritage impact assessment in overcoming the above dichotomy (150 words, 10 marks)
2. The post-Cold War period of relative peace and stability in Europe, anchored in liberal internationalism, was an aberration rather than a norm in the continent’s long history of conflicts. Comment. (150 words, 10 marks)
3. How does El-Nino impact affect the Indian Monsoon? Analyse the impact of the early arrival of Indian monsoon. (150 words, 10 marks)
General Studies – 2
4. Examine as to how push towards digitisation has transformed India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy while promoting good governance. (150 words, 10 marks)
5. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global health and development threat. What are the challenges in tackling it? How can they be overcome? (150 words, 10 marks)
6. Is it time to revisit the criteria for special category status (SCS) and include others into this exclusive category by excluding those who do not need such assistance any longer? Critically analyse. (150 words, 10 marks)
7. Awarding of death penalty and its sentencing needs a relook in the light of recent supreme court judgement. Elaborate. (150 words, 10 marks)
General Studies – 2
8. What are the objectives of National Asset Reconstruction Company Limited (NARCL)? Discuss the factors that are needed to ensure that NARCL will serve as effective and efficient bad bank. (150 words, 10 marks)
9. What is a virtual private network (VPN)? Discuss its applications and security issues associated with it. (150 words, 10 marks)
10. Biomass being a product of natural resources viz. land, water, air and sun’s energy, gives much hope as an alternative, reliable and renewable source of energy. Discuss. (150 words, 10 marks)
Answer the following questions in 250 words:
General Studies – 1
11. Dr B.R Ambedkar’s thought on promoting democratic unity across linguistically and culturally diverse political units, as well as on pursuing domestic rights protections through institutions, offers valuable insights for the present-day governance. Comment. (250 words, 15 marks)
12. Though the winds of change in 1960’s brought independence to a lot of African states, but the political turmoil that followed resulted in severe economic exploitation and backwardness. Analyse. (250 words, 15 marks)
13. Compare and contrast the Permanent Settlement and Mahalwari Settlement, introduced by the British. What were the impact of the new forms of revenue settlements introduced by the British? (250 words, 15 marks)
General Studies – 2
14. Transition to green mobility is quickly picking up, which is an opportune time for India to take a lead in manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (EV). Examine the various measures taken by India in this regard. (250 words, 15 marks)
15. While gig work has become a necessity for both the workers and the platforms hiring them, regulation of the gig work remains vital to ensure that these classes of workers are given the same opportunities and protections as other employees covered under various labour laws in India. Comment. (250 words, 15 marks)
16. BRICS faces challenges arising from bilateral differences and diverse political systems. Discuss as to how broad vision of global issues and ideas of shared prosperity can help them achieve collective goals. (250 words, 15 marks)
General Studies – 3
17. What are the factors that have aided the Unicorn boom in India over the recent past? Discuss the factors that are needed in order to ensure they succeed and become profitable, while contributing to job creation. (250 words, 15 marks)
18. As the economy recovers from the impact of the pandemic, a coordinated policy response – fiscal, monetary, trade and industry – will be required for balancing the multiple macroeconomic policy objectives and achieve even growth. Analyse. 250 words, 15 marks)
19. The sequestration of atmospheric carbon dioxide as organic carbon in the soil attracts attention as an alternate way to help stem the rate of greenhouse gas growth and associated changes in our climate. Elaborate. (250 words, 15 marks)
20. The Indian Ocean Region (IOR) experienced instability exacerbated by weak government structures and the littorals’ limited capacity in controlling the maritime domain. As security threats increased, the IOR experienced growing militarisation by regional and extra-regional powers. Evaluate India’s response in this region. (250 words, 15 marks)
Join our Official Telegram Channel HERE for Motivation and Fast Updates
Subscribe to our YouTube Channel HERE to watch Motivational and New analysis videos
