Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.
2. Do you think that total prohibition on the sale and consumption of alcohol is a wise policy move? State your opinion. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: The Hindu , Insights on India
Why the question:
The latest hooch (illicit liquor) tragedy in Bihar has had drastic consequences. With the death toll rising to 38 and with several people losing their vision and becoming critically ill
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the pros and cons of total prohibition of alcohol.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by mentioning about article 47.
Body:
First, write about certain states where alcohol prohibition is being implemented.
Next, write about the pros of total prohibition on the sale and consumption of alcohol – reduced crime rate, improved standards of morality etc.
Next, write about the drawbacks of total prohibition – loss of tax revenue, hooch tragedies, smuggling etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a balanced opinion on the issues of total prohibition.
