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General Studies – 1
Topic: Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India.
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India
Why the question:
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has completed the Mother Tongue Survey of India (MTSI) with field videography of the country’s 576 languages.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the importance of learning in mother tongue and the need to preserve the linguistic diversity of India.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Briefly explain what linguistic diversity is.
Body:
First, write about the importance of learning in mother tongue – he Mother’s tongue is vital in framing the thinking and emotions of people. Learning to speak in the mother tongue is very necessary for a child’s comprehensive development.
Next, write about the importance of preserving linguistic diversity – Cultural Identity, Cultural Diversity, glimpse of our past etc. Write about the links between promoting linguistic diversity and social inclusion and national solidarity.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
General Studies – 2
Topic: Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India
Why the question:
The Centre on Monday (November 7) constituted the Law Commission of India with Justice (retd) Rituraj Awasthi, former Chief Justice of Karnataka High Court, at its head. Law Minister Kiren Rijiju tweeted that the other five members on the panel would be former Kerala High Court judge Justice K T Sankaran, M Karunanithi, and law professors Anand Paliwal, D P Verma, and Raka Arya.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the role of the Law Commission of India and major legal reforms that are needed in the country.
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 writing aim of Law Commission of India.
Body:
First, write about the major functions of Law Commission of India – judicial experts acts as an advisory body, recommend legislative reforms with a view to clarify, consolidate and codify particular branches of law where the Government felt the necessity for it etc.
Next, write about major legal reforms that are needed in the country as per you.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
Topic: I Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary—Ministries and Departments of the Government;
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: The Hindu
Why the question:
Justice D Y Chandrachud, who will take over as the 50th Chief Justice of India Wednesday, said criticism of the Collegium system must be looked at in a “positive light” and attempts made to improve it.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the process of selection of SC and HC and evolution of the process of the appointment of Judges to the SC and the reforms that are needed to the existing collegium system.
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 of collegium system.
Body:
Frist, show evolution of appointment process. Mention, in brief, the three judges’ cases and NJAC act, 2014.
Next, write about the reasons which call for reforms to the existing collegium system. Opaqueness, lack of accountability, lack of representation from weaker sections, slow pace of appointments and lack of public faith etc.
Suggest reforms to overcome the above issues that are affecting the collegium system.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
General Studies – 3
Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 3 and mentioned as part of Mission-2023 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about CDM, and its role in building a carbon market and protecting the environment.
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:
Start by defining CDM and its aims and objectives.
Body:
First, write about the role of CDN in ensuring finance through creation of a carbon market. Cite statistics to substantiate.
Next, write about how the above has resulted in a cleaner environment and reduction of emissions.
Next, write about the shortcomings of CDM and steps that are needed to overcome them.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward.
Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 3 and mentioned as part of Mission-2023 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the working of the CITES, its shortcomings and to suggest further improvements.
Directive:
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 mentioning about CITES and its aims and objectives.
Body:
First, Write about working of the CITES works by subjecting international trade in specimens of selected species to certain controls. All import, export, re-export and introduction from the sea of species covered by the Convention has to be authorized through a licensing system.
Next, write about criticism faced by CITES- e.g many of its member countries lack the strong governance needed to effectively enforce CITES restrictions; emphasis on charismatic species; Treaty is often criticised for being open to influence by political or emotional motives; The “classic” approach to wildlife protection – law enforcement and protected areas – is holding back conservation in developing countries etc.
Conclusion:
Write a way forward to protect and conserve biodiversity.
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: Moderate
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Quotes Wednesdays’ in Mission-2023 Secure.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by explaining the literal meaning of the quote.
Body:
Write about the importance of kindness, compassion, fairness, character and benevolence in life and it reflects in the society. Cite examples of the above to substantiate.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising the importance of 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)
“The features of character are carved out of adversity.” ― Rick Barnett
Difficulty level: Moderate
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Quotes Wednesdays’ in Mission-2023 Secure.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by explaining the literal meaning of the quote.
Body:
Write about how hard times brings out the best of the people and it moulds the character of individuals and communities. Cite examples to substantiate. However, you can also present a counter view that not all adversities leads to good character, it can also lead to negative character building.
Conclusion:
Summarise by highlighting the importance of the quote in the present day.
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