Month: February 2023

Topic: social influence and persuasion. 7.  Social influence can be a double-edged sword because it can have both positive and negative effects. Examine. (150 words) Difficulty level: Easy Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Conceptual Tuesdays’ in Mission-2023. Secure. Key Demand …

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Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. 6. What do you understand by emission trading? As a policy tool to control greenhouse gas emissions, the carbon emissions trading scheme can achieve the goal of reducing emissions while minimizing overall emissions reduction costs through market transactions. Examine.  (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: The …

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Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment 5. The establishment of GST Appellate Tribunal to resolve the rising number of disputes is step in the right direction but still there is need for more reforms in the goods and services tax (GST) regime. Critically examine. (250 words) …

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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. 4. The implementation of smart governance practices in India has the potential to improve the efficiency and transparency of government services, reduce corruption, and enhance citizen participation in the policymaking …

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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. 3. What are the types of e-Governance in India? Examine the challenges associated with e-Governance in India. (250 words) Difficulty level: Easy Reference: Insights on India Why the question: The …

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Topic: Role of women and women’s organization 2. Creating a safe workplace for women is essential to ensuring that women can work without fear of harassment, discrimination, or violence. However, the progress to create a safe workplace for women has been slow and insufficient. Analyse. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: The Hindu Why the …

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Topic: History of the world will include events from 18th century such as industrial revolution, world wars, redrawal of national boundaries, colonization, decolonization, political philosophies like communism, capitalism, socialism etc.— their forms and effect on the society. 1. What are the factors that led to the downfall of Napoleon Bonaparte? Evaluate the role of Napoleonic …

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