Day: January 13, 2023

Topic: Case Study 6. You are appointed as an officer heading the section in Environment Pollution Control Board to ensure compliance and its follow – up. In that region, there were large number of small and medium industries which had been granted clearance. You learnt that these industries provide employment to many migrant workers. Most of …

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Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment 6. Can geoengineering fix the issues associated with climate change? Should private sector be allowed to take part in geo-engineering technologies? Critically analyse. (250 words) Difficulty level: Tough Reference: Live Mint Why the question: There is no law or treaty to prevent a private company from …

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Topic: e-technology in the aid of farmers. 5. Agritech is at the forefront of solving and organizing the fragmented agriculutral industry with tech-first approach which can steer investment to build new markets and create high-quality jobs. Discuss. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Down to Earth , Insights on India Why the question: In over 120 …

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Topic: Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. 4. The basic structure doctrine prevents the abuse of power by the executive and legislature, preventing it from becoming a majoritarian regime. Examine. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India Why the question: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar Wednesday sparked …

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Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times. 3. Examine the various threats to nation’s cultural heritage monuments and heritage buildings. What steps should be taken to preserve our heritage? (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India Why the question: …

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Topic: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues. 2. Throw light on the nature of the socio-religious reform movements throughout the country in the nineteenth century. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Insights on India Why the question: The question is part of the …

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