Click on EACH question to post/upload you answers.
How to Follow Secure Initiative?
How to Self-evaluate your answer?
MISSION – 2023: YEARLONG TIMETABLE
Join IPM 4.0 to get an assured review of 2 secure answers everyday
General Studies – 1
Topic: Social empowerment, communalism, regionalism & secularism.
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 factors responsible for the growth of communalism and its impact on our society.
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 communalism.
Body:
First, Discuss the major factors that contributed towards the emergence and growth of communalism in modern India – complex interplay of historical, social, economic, and political factors contributing to tensions and conflicts along religious lines.
Next, write about the impact of communalism – divide, differences and tensions between the communities on the basis of religious and ethnic identity leading to communal hatred and violence
Next, Present measures to deal with Communalism.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
Topic: Social empowerment, communalism, regionalism & secularism.
Difficulty level: Tough
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 regionalism, causes and the impact of regionalism and ways to overcome it.
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 defining regionalism.
Body:
In brief, write about the various forms of regionalism and its manifestation. Write about the various causes of regionalism.
Next, write about the administrative and governance challenges posed by regionalism. Cite examples to substantiate your points.
Next, write about the steps needed to counter the above.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
General Studies – 2
Topic: Development processes and the development industry —the role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, donors, charities, institutional and other stakeholders.
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: The Hindu , Insights on India
Why the question:
The article discusses the crucial role of civil society in fostering peace and stability.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the role of civil society in holding the government accountable and upholding rule of law.
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 mentioning how civil society is considered as the 5ht Pillar of democracy.
Body:
First, write about how NGOs and humanitarian aid organizations make it their business to demand accountability from governments, employers, and community members.
Next, mention few successful incidents of civil society participation in bringing about accountability and uphold rule of law.
Conclusion:
Conclude by giving a balanced opinion.
General Studies – 3
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment.
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: Live Mint , Insights on India
Why the question:
The RBI has ordered the payments bank subsidiary of Paytm to halt the acceptance of fresh deposits in its accounts.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about various banking reforms in the light of rise of payments banks, further reforms that are needed for long term viability of baking sector.
Directive word:
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 context.
Body:
First, write about the recent rise of payments bank and digital financial services in the banking sector. Cite statistic in this regard.
Next, write about the successes and shortcomings of the above banks.
Next, suggest reforms that must be taken in order to overcome the above mentioned limitations – strengthening governance, addressing asset quality issues, ensuring adequate capital levels, investing in technology upgrades, and ensuring a robust regulatory framework.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward.
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Live Mint , Insights on India
Why the question:
The Competition Commission of India (CCI), along with the Institute for Studies in Industrial Development, recently published a market study report with a view to identify and address anti-competitive practices in the country’s iron ore sector.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the contribution of Iron ore mining to India’s growth and factors ailing the sector.
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 giving statistic related Iron ore mining in India.
Body:
First, write about the contributions of Iron ore sector to India’s growth – supporting GDP growth, infrastructure projects, and employment opportunities. Substantiate with statistics.
Next, Explain the various issues in the iron ore sector – Administrative hurdles, Corruption, Environmental impacts, social concerns, and the need for equitable resource distribution
Next, write about the steps that are needed to make the sector competitive and viable.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward.
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment.
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India
Why the question:
Budget 2024 estimates show that the ratio of taxes collected by the Centre to GDP will likely touch 11.6 percent in the current financial year and breach the 12 percent-mark in the next.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the tax-GDP ratio, reasons for its lower rate and implications of 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 by defining tax-GDP ratio.
Body:
In the first part, write about the various reasons as to why India’s tax-GDP ratio is on the lower side – historical, structural, compliance and policy reasons. Write about the potential implications of India having a low tax-GDP ratio.
Next, write the steps that are needed to improve India’s tax-GDP ratio.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
General Studies – 4
Topic: laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance;
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 role of religion in developing moral strength.
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 giving context.
Body:
Write about the role of religion on developing ethical virtues – provides an ethical framework, emphasizing values and virtues such as compassion and honesty. Religious communities offer support and a shared moral commitment, fostering a sense of responsibility and accountability to a higher power.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
Join our Official Telegram Channel HERE
Please subscribe to Our podcast channel HERE
Subscribe to our YouTube ChannelHERE
Follow our Twitter Account HERE
Follow our Instagram ID HERE
Follow us on LinkedIn : HERE
