Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment.
4. Examine how a ban on exports impacts the Indian economy in the short and long term, with a special emphasis on the agricultural sector. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
There are reports suggesting that the government is mulling a ban on rice exports to tame inflation. Earlier, on May 13, the government banned wheat exports to check the potential rise in prices in the face of low procurement.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the implications of ban on certain agricultural exports by the government.
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:
Begin by giving context.
Body:
In the first part, bring out the factors as to why the ban was announced.
Next, write about the implications of the ban – on food security, on farmers, wheat prices, exports, procurement etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a balanced opinion on the wheat export ban by India.
