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General Studies – 1
Topic: Salient features of world’s physical geography.
Difficulty level: Easy
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-2024 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about factors affecting horizontal movement of air, causes behind pressure belts and their distribution.
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:
Define pressures belts.
Body:
First, draw a neat labelled diagram showing the global distribution of various pressure belts and explain each belt in detail.
Next, explain the factors that lead to the development of pressures belts – Atmospheric Pressure Gradient, Coriolis Effect, Frictional Force etc, Earth’s revolution, Seasonal variations.
Conclusion:
Write about the significance of pressure belts.
Topic: Salient features of world’s physical geography.
Difficulty level: Moderate
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-2024 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about impact of local winds on livelihood of the people in the region they flow.
Directive word:
Comment– here we must express our knowledge and understanding of the issue and form an overall opinion thereupon.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start by writing about the nature of local winds and their features.
Body:
First, write the major local winds witnessed across the globe and causes for it.
Next, write their impact of livelihood of the people – positive impact – influencing climate, agriculture etc. Cite examples for the same.
Next, write the negative impact of the local winds – destruction of crops, extreme conditions. Cite examples for the same.
Conclusion:
Conclude by mentioning ways to adapt to the negative impacts.
General Studies – 2
Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests.
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: Live Mint
Why the question:
The article calls for a shift towards a more forward-looking and adaptable approach to trade policy to better integrate India into the global economy.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about FTAs, its importance, issues involved in it and ways to overcome it.
Directive word:
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 defining what FTAs are.
Body:
First, write about the major components of the FTA.
Next, write about the importance of FTA to India – economic growth, eliminate tariff barriers, diversify investments etc.
Next, write about the various issues in FTA negotiation – tariff reduction impacting the entire manufacturing and the agricultural sector; rules on services trade; digital issues such as data localisation; intellectual property rights etc.
Next, suggest ways to overcome the above.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
General Studies – 3
Topic: Inclusive growth and issues arising from it.
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: The Hindu , Insights on India
Why the question:
The article advocates for a comprehensive re-evaluation of development goals, emphasizing the need to balance economic advancement with environmental preservation, social justice, and cultural diversity.
Key Demand of the question:
To explain about i shift in the prevailing model of growth towards a more sustainable and equitable direction.
Directive word:
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:
Start by giving context.
Body:
In the first, write about Environmental Preservation – Economic growth often involves increased resource consumption, industrialization, and urbanization, which can lead to environmental degradation, including air and water pollution, deforestation, and climate change.
Next, write about Social Justice – Unbridled economic growth can exacerbate income and wealth inequalities. It might benefit certain segments of society while leaving others marginalized, leading to social unrest and instability.
Next, suggest measures to overcome the above both.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward.
Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Down to Earth , Insights on India
Why the question:
The rainfall deficit in monsoon 2023 has hit Bihar hard — several regions are facing a severe water crisis, triggering protests throughout the state. The groundwater levels of 10 out of 38 districts in the state have sunk excessively, the latest report of the state’s Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) has found.
Key Demand of the question:
To write importance of ground water, the limitations in the present approach of its utilisation and changes required to it.
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:
Begin the answer by writing about the importance of groundwater.
Body:
First, write about the issues in the present approach towards utilisation of ground water – Overexploitation of groundwater and intensive irrigation in major canal commands has posed serious problems for groundwater managers in India. Depletion of water tables, saltwater encroachment, drying of aquifers, groundwater pollution, water logging and salinity, etc. are major consequences of overexploitation and intensive irrigation.
Next, write about the changes that are needed to be taken in the new approach in order to ensure sustainable use of groundwater.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
General Studies – 4
Topic: Aptitude and foundational values for Civil Service, integrity, impartiality and nonpartisanship, objectivity, dedication to public service, empathy, tolerance and compassion towards the weaker-sections.
Difficulty level: Tough
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Abstract Thursdays’ in Mission-2024 Secure.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the importance of prioritizing transparency, accountability, and the public good.
Directive word:
Comment– here we must express our knowledge and understanding of the issue and form an overall opinion thereupon.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context.
Body:
With examples write about the importance of prioritizing transparency, accountability, and the public good in the actions of civil servants has numerous benefits for society. It builds trust, ensures effective governance, prevents corruption, improves service delivery, informs decision-making, promotes sustainability, fosters social cohesion, enhances international reputation, and sets an example of ethical leadership.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
Topic: accountability and ethical governance; strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance;
Difficulty level: Moderate
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Abstract Thursdays’ in Mission-2024 Secure.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about ways to build and maintain a culture of accountability in government organisations
Directive word:
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:
Start by defining accountability.
Body:
With relevant examples elaborate on how an culture of accountability can be instilled – citizen charters, RTI, Reward & Recognition, Autonomy & Trust, Feedback & Coaching, communication etc.
Conclusion:
Complete the answer writing about the link between accountability and efficiency.
UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice -3-8-2023
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