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General Studies – 1
Topic: static syllabus
1. Explain the various aspects of religious beliefs of Indus Valley Civilisation. (150 words).
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 the religious features of Indus Valley Civilisation.
Directive:
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 giving an overview of its Harappan civilisation.
Body:
First, write the about the religious features of Harappan Civilisation – Mother goddess, Pashupati, Sacrificial cults, Nature worship, Phallus worship etc. Explain them in brief.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
Topic: static syllabus
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 the features of Indus Valley Civilisation.
Directive:
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 giving context.
Body:
First, write the about the features of Harappan Civilisation – Agriculture, Urban Planning and Infrastructure, Trade and Economy, Writing System and Artifacts, Social Organization and Governance and Religion and Rituals etc.
Mention as to how the above contributes of legacy of the civilisation.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
General Studies – 2
Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Live Mint
Why the question:
In the coming year, we will see not greater multipolarity, but greater bipolarity.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the new cold war 2.0 and how should India navigate it.
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 giving context of cold war 2.0.
Body:
In the first part, write about the major features cold war – political, economic, military, and technological competition.
Next, write about the India’s approach towards cold war 2.0 – India could learn from its past mistakes by adopting a policy of non-alignment, engaging in diplomatic efforts, supporting multilateral institutions, diversifying its economic ties, strengthening defence capabilities, and promoting dialogue for conflict resolution.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
While the Moon landing was quite clearly the crowning glory for Indian science in 2023, the year also marked a definite shift in gears for India’s space programme.
Demand of the question:
To write about achievements of India in science and technology.
Directive:
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 giving by context.
Body:
First, briefly discuss achievements of India in science and technology – Chandrayaan-III, forays in the Arctic and the Antarctic and new partnerships in space, the National Research Foundation, the National Quantum Mission, and LIGO-India etc.
Next, write about upcoming missions of India.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
General Studies – 3
Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, Nano-technology, biotechnology and issues relating to intellectual property rights.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: The Hindu , Insights on India
Why the question:
In the last two decades, the landscape of genomics and the utility of genetic information in healthcare have both undergone a revolutionary transformation, marked by the increasing affordability and accessibility of personal genomes.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about genome sequencing and its application.
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 with a defining genome sequencing.
Body:
Firstly, in brief, explain the process of genome sequencing. Write about the advantages offered by the genome sequencing. Cite the recent Nobel prize for Medicine was based on genome sequencing.
Next, write about the aims and objectives and Genome India Project as well as steps taken so far in this regard. Write about its advantages in healthcare and research in India, and its contribution to global efforts to combat genetic diseases.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
Topic: Linkages between development and spread of extremism.
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: The Hindu , Insights on India
Why the question:
The signing of a tripartite agreement, in New Delhi, between the pro-talks faction of the United Liberation Front of Asom, the Union government and the Assam State government marks the end of a process that began in 2009.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about causes for insurgency in N.E India and its sustenance despite various measures.
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 giving context of the insurgencies in North east India.
Body:
First, draw a small map of the north-east showing major insurgent conflicts in the region.
Next, mention the causes of the insurgency under various heads such as economic, political, social, cultural/ethnic reasons. Write briefly about its impact highlighting the issues associated with AFSPA, Naxalism and International borders.
Next, write about the various measures taken to tackle insurgency and their limitations. Write about the factors for sustenance of insurgency.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
General Studies – 4
Topic: ethics – in private and public relationships;
Difficulty level: Moderate
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the way to overcome conflict of interest.
Directive:
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:
Write about how there is a conflict of interest between private and public relationships during day-to-day administrative work.
Body:
Bring out the various facets of integrity, impartiality and nonpartisan ship, objectivity, dedication to public service, empathy, tolerance and compassion towards the weaker sections that an administrator must consider before taking any actions in case of conflict.
Mention certain principles, theories and benchmarks one can take the right decision especially when faced with a conflict or dilemma.
Conclusion:
Complete by summarizing the need for doing the right thing especially for those who are in power.
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