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General Studies – 1
Topic: The Freedom Struggle — its various stages and important contributors/contributions from different parts of the country.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the impact of The Government of India Act of 1935.
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 the context for the introduction of the Government of India Act,1935.
Body:
First, write about the major proposals in the act – federal structure, granting provincial autonomy and limited electoral reforms.
Next, write about the points supporting the Indian leaders to resent the Government of India Act,1935 such as the concept of federation with Provinces to join the imperial power and have a reserved representation, promoting feudal despotism, communally divisive approach and economic control of federal budget. Stress on the point that as much as the Indian leaders resented it, they were appealed by the constitutional means involved and participated in the elections.
Next, write about the impact of the act.
Conclusion:
Conclude by giving a balanced opinion.
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.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the vertical and latitudinal distribution of temperature in ocean waters along with factors responsible for such a distribution.
Directive word:
Explain – Clarify the topic by giving 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:
Start by mentioning that temperature varies across the oceans of the world.
Body:
Write about the factors responsible – The study of temperature of the oceans is important for studying the movement of large volumes of water, distribution of marine organisms, other properties such as salinity. This distribution pattern of temperature of ocean water can be studied through two ways – vertical and latitudinal distribution.
Enumerate the factors responsible for the above distribution. Use appropriate examples wherever necessary
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
General Studies – 2
Topic: Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein.
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: Indian Express , Indian Express
Why the question:
The Supreme Court in a 5-0 unanimous ruling upheld the Centre’s abrogation of Article 370 of the Constitution
Key Demand of the question:
To write about impact of SC upholding abrogation of Article 370 of the Constitution and it paving way for development in the region.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context.
Body:
First, write about the Article 370 and 35A – its major provisions and issues with it.
Next, write about how their abrogation can open new avenues for development, growth and good governance. Cite examples to substantiate.
Next, write about major concerns associated with the above.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
General Studies – 3
Topic: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Live Mint
Why the question:
India observes National Energy Conservation Day on 14 December every year to celebrate its achievements in energy efficiency and conservation.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the importance of energy efficiency in the country.
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 by defining energy efficiency.
Body:
First, write about the importance of energy efficiency – it ensures not only environmental goals but also makes businesses more competitive, resilient, and adaptable to the challenges of the evolving energy landscape.
Next, write about the steps that are needed to achieve energy efficiency in the country.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
Topic: basics of cyber security
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India
Why the question:
According to the National Crime Records Bureau, 65,893 cyber crimes were registered across India in 2022, a 24.4 percent increase over 2021.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about India’s cyber security strategy and need for an overall strategy with more emphasis on severe threats and as well adequately addresses mild ones.
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 statistic highlighting India’s vulnerability to cybercrimes.
Body:
First, write about the various cybercrimes to which India is susceptible. Cite examples.
Next, write about measures required to counter the above in policy making and developing a strategy for various types of cybercrimes.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
General Studies – 4
Topic: Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude by Lexicon Publications.
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Philosophical Mondays’ in Mission-2024 Secure.
Key Demand of the question:
To write the how virtues lead to eudaimonia.
Directive:
Explain – Give a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the particular context. You must be defining key terms where ever appropriate, and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
In the introduction, given brief of major aspects of virtue ethics.
Body:
Explain the detail the link between having virtues and that leading eudaimonia. Substantiate with the various views of philosophers like Plato, Aristotle etc and with examples.
Next, mention the ways to achieve eudaimonia with the practise of virtue ethics.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
Topic: Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude by Lexicon Publications.
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Philosophical Mondays’ in Mission-2024 Secure.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about how Moral philosophies guide our moral compass to describe conscience, our inner sense of right and wrong offers a framework to guide our actions.
Directive:
Elaborate – Give a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the particular context. You must be defining key terms where ever appropriate, and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start by describing the harm principle.
Body:
Elaborate on how harm principle is applicable to various aspects of individual, societal and community level actions. Mention the essence behind harm principle and its role in advancing liberties of induvial rather than curtailing it.
Conclusion:
Complete by summarising.
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