Answer the following questions in 150 words:
General Studies – 1
1. While the process of globalization was inevitable, it could lead to unemployment and social injustice, as well as to imposing cuts on social programme. Examine.
Reference: Insights on India , Indian Express
General Studies – 2
2. Enumerate the functions of the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Do you think that the Enforcement Directorate is being used to settle political scores? What measures are needed to maintain its neutrality?
Reference: The Hindu
3. India and Brazil are natural powerhouses who have their strong relationship based on a common global vision, commitment to development and shared democratic values. Discuss.
Reference: The Hindu , Insights on India
General Studies – 3
4. National Green Tribunal (NGT) is a vital cog in environment regulation but it needs to improve its performance to do full justice to its environmental mandate. Examine.
Reference: The Hindu
5. What is climate change ‘Loss and Damage’? Should rich nations compensate the poor countries most vulnerable to climate change? State your opinion.
Reference: Hindustan Times , Indian Express
Answer the following questions in 250 words(15 marks each):
General Studies – 1
6. Learning in their mother tongue, benefits children in numerous ways. It associates them with their culture, ensures enhanced cognitive development, and supports the learning of other languages. In the light of the above statement, mention the need of preserving the linguistic diversity in India.
Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India
General Studies – 2
7. Discuss the role of the Law Commission of India in conducting research and advising the Government of India on legal reform. According to you, what are the major legal reforms that are needed in the country?
Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India
8. The Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) judgment fails to uphold the constitutional values meant to end the perpetuation of discrimination against the SCs, STs and other backward classes. Critically Examine.
Reference: Indian Express , The Hindu
General Studies – 3
9. The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) has been criticised for following a narrow preservationist agenda centred on protecting charismatic species through trade-restrictive policies that disregard the livelihood strategies of communities living alongside wildlife. Evaluate.
Reference: Insights on India
10. What is Clean Development Mechanism (CDM)? CDM has been a useful source of finance to industry and may build a viable domestic carbon market in future on the foundations of industry interest as well as environmental protection. Discuss.
Reference: Insights on India
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