Day: October 3, 2023

    Introduction: India has been particularly vulnerable to terror with its geographic position and demography in a globalised world. It has been ranked 13 out of 163 on the Global Terrorism Index 2022 with an overall score of 7.17/10.   Body:   Major sources of terror funding in India: Foreign Funding: Foreign terrorist organizations …

Continue reading “Q20. Give out the major sources of terror funding in India and efforts being made to curtail these sources. In the light of this, also discuss the aim and objective of the ‘ No Money for Terror [NMFT]’ Conference recently held at New Delhi in November 2022. (Answer in 250 words) 15”

    Introduction: India faces a myriad of internal security challenges that demand constant vigilance and coordinated efforts. From terrorism emanating from various sources to left-wing extremism, communal tensions, and cyber threats, the country’s internal security landscape is multifaceted.   Body:   Internal security challenges being faced by India:   According to the Ministry of …

Continue reading “Q19. What are the internal security challenges being faced by India? Give out the role of Central Intelligence and Investigative Agencies tasked to counter such threats. (Answer in 250 words) 15”

    Introduction: The IPCC in its Special Report On The Ocean And Cryosphere In A Changing Climate (SROCC) has predicted a global sea level rise of about one metre by AD 2100.   Body:   Basis of the sea-level rise prediction: Thermal expansion: As global temperatures rise due to the accumulation of greenhouse gases …

Continue reading “Q18. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change(IPCC) has predicted a global sea level rise of about one metre by AD 2100. What would be its impact in India and the other countries in the Indian Ocean region? (Answer in 250 words) 15”

    Introduction:   The National Wetlands Conservation Programme (NWCP) is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) by the Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change implemented since 1986 for the purpose of preventing the nation’s wetlands from further deterioration.   Body:   National Wetland Conservation Programme initiated by the Government of India:   About: New …

Continue reading “Q17. Comment on the National Wetland Conservation Programme initiated by the Government of India and name a few of India’s wetlands of international importance included in the Ramsar Sites. (Answer in 250 words) 15”

    Introduction   India’s Moon mission Chandrayaan-3 scripted history by successfully landing on the lunar surface. With the Lander accomplishing a ‘soft landing’ on the Moon’s south pole, India becomes the only country to have ever done so.   Body:   According to ISRO, the Chandrayaan-3 mission has three major objectives: Demonstrate a safe …

Continue reading “Q16. What is the main task of India’s third mood mission which could not be achieved in its earlier mission? List the countries that have achieved this task. Introduce the subsystems in the spacecraft launched and explain the role of the ‘Virtual Launch Control Centre’ at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre which contributed to the successful launch from Sriharikota. (Answer in 250 words) 15”

    Introduction   An electric vehicle uses one or more electric motors or traction motors for propulsion. An electric vehicle may be powered through a self-contained battery, solar panels or an electric generator to convert fuel to electricity. India is among a handful of countries that support the global EV30@30 campaign, which aims for …

Continue reading “Q15. The adoption of electric vehicles is rapidly growing worldwide. How do electric vehicles contribute to reducing carbon emissions and what are the key benefits they offer compared to traditional combustion engine vehicles? (Answer in 250 words) 15”

    Introduction   In India, the farm sector receives both direct and indirect subsidies to support agricultural activities and ensure food security. These subsidies aim to bolster farmers’ income, incentivize agricultural production, and stabilize prices.   Body:   Direct and indirect subsidies provided to farm sector in India:   Direct subsidies: Minimum support price …

Continue reading “Q14. What are the direct and indirect subsidies provided to farm sector in India? Discuss the issues raised by the World Trade Organization(WTP) in relation to agricultural subsidies. (Answer in 250 words) 15”

    Introduction   Cropping pattern can be defined as the proportion of area under different crops at a point of time, changes in this distribution over time and factors determining these changes. In India, the cropping pattern is determined by rainfall, climate, temperature, soil type and technology.   Body:   Changes in cropping pattern …

Continue reading “Q13. Explain the changes in cropping pattern in India in the context of changes in consumption pattern and marketing conditions. (Answer in 250 words) 15”

    Introduction The “care economy” and the “monetized economy” are two distinct facets of economic activity, shaping societies and livelihoods. Traditionally, women have been the primary drivers of the care economy. Empowering women is essential to integrate the care economy into the monetized economy.   Body:   Difference between the care economy and monetized …

Continue reading “Q12. Distinguish between ‘care economy’ and ‘monetized economy’. How can care economy be brought into monetized economy through women empowerment? (Answer in 250 words) 15”

    Introduction Structural unemployment arises from a disparity between the skills held by the labour force and those sought by employers, and it is not driven by short-term economic shifts but persists as a prolonged concern.   Body:   Reasons behind most of unemployment in India being structural in nature: Skill gap: India has …

Continue reading “Q11. Most of the unemployment in India is structural in nature. Examine the methodology adopted to compute unemployment in the country and suggest improvements. (Answer in 250 words) 15”

    Introduction:   Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, are remotely piloted aircraft that have gained widespread use and popularity across various sectors, including agriculture, photography, surveillance, and logistics. However, the increasing accessibility of UAVs has also led to their misuse by adversaries, both across international borders and within a country.   …

Continue reading “Q10. The use of unmanned aerial vehicles(UAVs) by our adversaries across the borders to ferry arms/ammunitions, drugs, etc., is a serious threat to the internal security. Comment on the measures being taken to tackle this threat. (Answer in 150 words) 10”

    Introduction: Winning hearts and minds (WHAM), as a primary principle of counter-insurgency (CI), is rooted in the history of modern militancy. WHAM can be described simply as a people-oriented process for establishing human, social and political linkages in terrorism affected areas for the common good, contributing to building the concept of nationhood.   …

Continue reading “Q9. Winning of ‘Hearts and Minds’ in terrorism affected areas is an essential step in restoring the trust of the population. Discuss the measures adopted by the Government in this respect as part of the conflict resolution in Jammu and Kashmir. (Answer in 150 words) 10”

    Introduction: Oil pollution occurs when oil or petroleum-based substances are released into the environment, particularly into marine ecosystems such as oceans, seas, and coastal areas. This can result from various sources in the oil and gas value chain from mining to transportation as seen in events like Deepwater Horizon and Exxon Valdez spills. …

Continue reading “Q8. What is oil pollution? What are its impacts on the marine ecosystem? In what way is oil pollution particularly harmful for a country like India? (Answer in 150 words) 10”

    Introduction: The integrity of dams is paramount for the safety of both human lives and valuable property. Understanding the multifaceted causes behind dam failures is crucial in order to prevent such disasters and to develop more resilient infrastructure.   Body:   Colossal loss of life and property from dam failures: Loss of life: …

Continue reading “Q7. Dam failures are always catastrophic, especially on the downstream side, resulting in a colossal loss of life and property. Analyze the various causes of dam failures. Give two examples of large dam failures. (Answer in 150 words) 10”

    Introduction: Microorganisms can aid in addressing the current fuel shortage through a process called biofuel production. For instance, certain bacteria and yeast can ferment organic materials like sugarcane or corn to produce bioethanol, a renewable fuel. Similarly, microalgae can convert sunlight and carbon dioxide into biofuels like biodiesel.   Body: Biofuel generation: Microorganisms, …

Continue reading “Q6. Discuss several ways in which microorganisms can help in meeting the current fuel shortage. (Answer in 150 words) 10”

    Introduction AI (Artificial Intelligence) is a branch of computer science that deals with the creation of intelligent agents, which are systems that can reason, learn, and act autonomously. AI research has been highly successful in developing effective techniques for solving a wide range of problems, from game playing to medical diagnosis.   Body: …

Continue reading “Q5. Introduce the concept of Artificial Intelligence (AI). How does AI help clinical diagnosis? Do you perceive any threat to privacy of the individual in the use of AI in the healthcare? (Answer in 150 words) 10”

Q4. State the objectives and measures of land reforms in India. Discuss how land ceiling policy on landholding can be considered as an effective reform under economic criteria. (Answer in 150 words) 10   Introduction Land reforms in India play a vital role in its economy by enhancing land productivity, alleviating poverty, redistributing land ownership more …

Continue reading “Q4. State the objectives and measures of land reforms in India. Discuss how land ceiling policy on landholding can be considered as an effective reform under economic criteria. (Answer in 150 words) 10”

    Introduction   E-technology encompasses the internet and associated information technologies, and it plays a pivotal role in enhancing agriculture, a vital sector in India crucial for food security, sustainable development, and poverty reduction.   Body:   E-technology helping farmers in production: Precision farming: E-technology can be used to implement precision farming techniques, which …

Continue reading “Q3. How does e-Technology help farmers in production and marketing of agricultural produce? Explain it. (Answer in 150 words) 10”