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General Studies – 1
Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.
Difficulty level: East
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2023 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about factors that resulted in transformation of Magadha from a kingdom to an Empire.
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 giving context of emergence of Magadha as first empire in ancient India.
Body:
Write about the political factors, economic factors, geographic factors, strategic factors and social factors that resulted in transformation of Magadha from a kingdom to a pan Indian empire. Substantiate with examples.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: TN History – Class 11th Textbook (New Edition)
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2023 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about Dhamma, its features and measures taken to spread.
Directive:
Explain – Clarify the topic by giving a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the context. You must be defining key terms wherever appropriate and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by defining Dhamma.
Body:
First, mention about the various components of Dhamma as propounded by Ashoka. The set of do’s and don’t that were part of the Dhamma.
Next, write about the measures taken by Ashoka to spread Dhamma across the subcontinent and the world.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing the legacy of dhamma.
General Studies – 2
Topic: Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc.,
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express , Down to Earth
Why the question:
A severe winter storm or ‘bomb cyclone’ has seized large parts of the United States and Canada, enveloping them in snow and rain.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about bomb cyclones and factors that led to its formation and its impact.
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 bomb cyclones.
Body:
First, write about the factors that led to the formation of bomb cyclones in parts of U.S and Canada. Emphasise on the role of climate change in the formation of bomb cyclones.
Next, in detail, write about the impact of bomb cyclones on local weather, lifestyle, communication, transport and health. Cite examples and facts.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward in order to deal with bomb cyclones.
Topic: Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability, e-governance applications, models, successes, limitations, and potential; citizens charters, transparency & accountability and institutional and other measures.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: The Hindu , Insights on India
Why the question:
Digitally capturing the attendance of workers employed under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGREGS) has been made universal by the Centre from January 1, 2023.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the digital governance and initiatives, its potential and concerns in India.
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 defining digital governance.
Body:
In the first part, write about importance of digital governance and its potential in transforming governance across the country. Cite examples of various digital governance initiatives.
Next, write about the concerns associated with digital governance on the rights of people. Substantiate with facts/examples.
Next, write about the measures that are needed that to ensure the rights of citizens are not violated in the push for digital India.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
General Studies – 3
Topic: Government Budgeting.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Live Mint
Why the question:
Bibek Debroy, chairman of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, has voiced himself firmly in favour of medium-term fiscal consolidation.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the concept of Fiscal consolidation and discuss the steps that the government needs to take in order to achieve it.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Define the concept of Fiscal Consolidation.
Body:
In the first part, discuss the importance of fiscal consolidation through the past experiences in the country.
Next write about the various measures already in place to achieve fiscal consolidation – FRBM Act, the government has initiated an institutional mechanism of implementing fiscal consolidation. Elaborate on other measures or steps taken by the government in this direction like reducing fiscal deficit to less than 3.5% of GDP, keeping debt to GDP ratio around 60% and others.
Next, suggest further steps apart from the above which are needed for fiscal consolidation in the current macro-economic scenario.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
Topic: Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology.
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India
Why the question:
During India’s G20 presidency, the engagement group, Science20, has the theme of “Disruptive Science for Innovative and Sustainable Development” focusing on universal holistic health; cure and prevention of disease; clean energy for a greener future; and connecting science to society and culture.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the need to increase spending and take additional reforms in R&D sector.
Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving statistic about government spending in R&D sector in India.
Body:
In the first part, bring out the links between spending on R&D and quality of research and development on the country’s global competitiveness. Bring out the adverse impact of not enough emphasis on R&D.
Next, write about measures needed to boost holistic developments in Science, Technology, and Innovation in India ranging across defence, agriculture, pollution checking and water conservation etc. Cite examples to substantiate.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
General Studies – 4
Topic: Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators;
Difficulty level: Moderate
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the values envisaged by the founding fathers of India and the need to preserve them.
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 mentioning the major values envisaged by the founding father of India.
Body:
First, write about the rationale behind such values and how they continue to be relevant in the present times. Cite examples to substantiate.
Next, write about the impact they could create on the present times and help use address challenges of today.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
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