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General Studies – 1
Topic: Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India
Why the question:
The article discuses casteism in the Indian society.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the ill effects of caste discrimination, reasons for its prevalence and ways to overcome 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 by giving background about the caste discrimination in modern India.
Body:
First, write about the reasons for the prevalence of caste discrimination in India and factors behind it.
Next, mention the impact of caste discrimination and how it is affecting contemporary society. Substantiate with facts and examples.
Next, write about the steps that are needed to overcome the above issues and empower weaker sections.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
General Studies – 2
Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 2 and mentioned as part of Mission-2024 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the shortcomings of Jal Jeevan Mission and suggest measures to improve its performance.
Directive word:
Elaborate – Give 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 writing about the aims and objectives of Jal Jeevan Mission.
Body:
First, write about the various achievements of Jal Jeevan Mission. Substantiate with facts and figures.
Next, write about the various shortcomings of Jal Jeevan Mission in ensuring availability of safe drinking water.
Next, suggest ways to overcome the limitations.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward.
Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: Insights on India , Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 2 and mentioned as part of Mission-2024 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the successes and limitations of Swachh Bharat Mission in making India ODF free.
Directive:
Evaluate – When you are asked to evaluate, you have to pass a sound judgement about the truth of the given statement in the question or the topic based on evidence. You must appraise the worth of the statement in question. There is scope for forming an opinion here.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving a brief about aims of Swachh Bharat Mission
Body:
First, in brief, write about the major components of Swachh Bharat Mission
Next, write about achievements of Swachh Bharat Mission – constructing over 100 million household toilets in rural India, providing over 99% of households with access to toilets, raising public awareness about the importance of cleanliness and sanitation, investing in basic sanitation infrastructure etc.
Next, write about the shortcomings of Swachh Bharat Mission – sustainability of the infrastructure and behavioural change it has created, the substantial funding required to construct sanitation infrastructure, limited attention to waste management, an urban-rural divide in achieving its goals etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward to overcome the above limitations.
Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora.
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
The article discusses how India played a crucial role in transforming the G20 summit into a forum that better represents the interests of developing countries. India’s efforts led to a more inclusive G20, with a focus on issues important to the Global South, such as development, trade, and climate change, making it a platform that includes more countries from the Global South than the European Union (EU).
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the potential and limitations of India to become the capital of global south.
Directive word:
Critically analyze – 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. When ‘critically’ is suffixed or prefixed to a directive, one needs to look at the good and bad of the topic and give a balanced judgment on the topic.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context.
Body:
In the first part, write about the potential of India to be the leader of the global south – strategic location, large population, and growing economy etc. Write about how India can shape the global south. Cite data from recent G20 summit to substantiate.
Next, write about the limitations of India to be the voice of the global south – economic inequality, infrastructure challenges, foreign policy challenges, and environmental issues etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a balanced opinion on the above issues.
General Studies – 3
Topic: Major crops-cropping patterns in various parts of the country, – different types of irrigation and irrigation systems storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
The article highlights concerns regarding India’s declining cotton production. It discusses how cotton is a crucial cash crop for India and the textile industry, providing income to millions of farmers.
Key Demand of the question:
To evaluate the reasons for the decline in cotton production and provide practical measures to address the issue, focusing on sustainability and livelihood support.
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:
Begin by giving context of recent decline in cotton production.
Body:
First, write about the factors responsible for the decrease in cotton production, such as pest infestations, climate change, outdated farming practices, and market challenges etc.
Next, write about the measures to Overcome the Decline – Adoption of pest-resistant cotton varieties, Strengthening of market linkages and access to fair pricing for farmers etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
Topic: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Live Mint , Insights on India
Why the question:
The article discusses the debate surrounding nuclear energy in India. It acknowledges nuclear energy’s clean attributes but emphasizes the risks associated with it, particularly in the context of India’s nuclear expansion plans.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about potential and limitations of nuclear energy in India.
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 with prospects of Nuclear energy in general.
Body:
First, write about the potential of nuclear energy in India and India’s progress so far with respect to it as well its role in energy security of India.
Next, write about risks associated with nuclear energy and highlight with examples why we shouldn’t depend completely on nuclear. Cite examples to substantiate.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a balanced opinion about nuclear energy.
General Studies – 4
Topic: Work culture, Quality of service delivery,
Difficulty level: Easy
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about components of ethical workplace culture and ways to build 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:
Start by describing an ethical work culture.
Body:
Write about the major factors that create and maintain a culture of ethical behaviour – leadership, organizational structure, policies and procedures, training and communication, rewards and recognition, organizational values, and industry norms and regulations.
Next, write about ways to build ethical workplace culture and environment.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
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