Day: July 19, 2023

Topic: Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; 7. What does this quote means to you? (150 words) “The price of apathy towards public affairs is to be ruled by evil men.” – Plato Difficulty level: Moderate Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus …

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Topic: Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators. 6. What does this quote means to you? (150 words) “The truth is incontrovertible. Malice may attack it, ignorance may deride it, but in the end, there it is.” – Winston Churchill Difficulty level: Easy Why the question: The question …

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Topic: Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology. 5. By promoting the domestic production and consumption of biofuels, India can take advantage of its abundant agricultural resources, while reducing its dependence on imported petroleum products. Analyse. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Down to Earth Why the question: …

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Topic: Technology missions; 4. It is essential to strike a balance by ensuring rigorous scientific evaluations, transparent regulatory processes, and addressing concerns about environmental and food safety to responsibly harness the benefits of GM technology for India’s agricultural sector. Critically analyse the above statement in the context of Indian government’s approach to approving GM mustard. …

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Topic: Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act. 3. The first-past-the-post (FPTP) system can lead to disproportionate outcomes, lack of proportional representation, and limited political diversity. Critically examine. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Indian Express Why the question: The discusses the phenomenon of unnatural political alliances in the Indian context and proposes ways …

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Topic: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues. 2. Despite its shortcomings, the Ryotwari settlement remained one of the significant revenue systems employed by the British in India during their colonial rule. Examine. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: A Brief History of Modern …

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Topic: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues. 1. While the Battle of Plassey was crucial in the initial establishment of British influence in Bengal, it was the Battle of Buxar that confirmed and consolidated their power over the region. Analyse. (250 words) Difficulty …

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