75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2024 – GS 2
GS 2
Topic: Issues relating to Health
Q1. The right to health is the fundamental right of every human being. In this context, examine the barriers to achieving Universal health coverage in India by 2030. (10M)
Key Demand of the question:
Examine the barriers to achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in India by 2030.
Directive:
Examine – This requires a detailed analysis of the obstacles to achieving UHC in India, based on current challenges and gaps.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
State the importance of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and its relevance as a fundamental right.
Body:
First part: Barriers to Achieving UHC:
Financial Constraints, Infrastructure Gaps
Quality and Access Issues, Administrative Challenges
Awareness and Education
Second part: Suggested Measures to Overcome Barriers
Increase Funding, Strengthen Infrastructure
Improve Quality and Access, Enhance Governance
Streamline healthcare administration, Raise Awareness
Conclusion:
Summarise with a relevant conclusion.
Topic: Issues relating to Human Resources
Q2. India has young demography, but its human resource potential lies dormant due to lack of productive skills and ineffective skilling. Critically analyse. (15M)
Key Demand of the question:
Critically analyze the issues related to ineffective skilling and its impact on India’s human resource potential.
Directive:
Critically analyse – This requires a detailed evaluation of the factors contributing to ineffective skilling and their impact on India’s demographic potential.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Briefly introduce India’s young demographic advantage. Highlight the importance of productive skills for harnessing this potential.
Body:
First part: Current Issues in Skilling and Productivity:
Skill Mismatch:
Quality of Training Programs
Infrastructure and Resources
Second part: Impact of Ineffective Skilling
Economic Implications
Employment Challenges
Social Consequences
Third part: Suggested Measures for Improvement
Curriculum and Industry Alignment
Strengthen Training Infrastructure
Promote Lifelong Learning
Conclusion:
Emphasize the importance of comprehensive reforms and strategic investments in skill development to fully leverage India’s demographic potential.
ETHICS
3Q. What do you understand by ‘Emotional Intelligence? Explain its components and application for effective and sensitive administration. [10M, 150words]
Key Demand of question: Define emotional intelligence, explain the components of EI and its application in public administration.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction: Start with the definition of Emotional Intelligence.
Body:
- After defining EI then give one example.
- Write about the EI components (Daniel Goleman’s model can be used).
- Then write about the application of Emotional Intelligence administration.
Conclusion: Conclude by mentioning a quote on EI or you can mention how to inculcate it.
2Q. Arjun, a 20-year-old undergraduate student pursuing a degree in engineering, is in his final year of college. The upcoming final exams are causing him significant stress and anxiety. Despite his diligent preparation, Arjun struggles to manage the pressure, which affects his overall well-being. His roommate, Raj, has been using alcohol as a way to cope with his stress related to academic performance and personal issues. Arjun and Raj live in a shared hostel room. As the exam period approaches, Arjun notices that Raj’s reliance on alcohol has increased. Raj’s behavior has become erratic, and he often exhibits emotional instability. This has started to affect Arjun’s ability to focus on her studies and maintain a balanced emotional state.
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- If you were in Arjun’s position, what actions would you take to address the situation?
- In what ways can emotional intelligence assist students in managing their academic and social lives, and how can schools effectively integrate emotional intelligence training into their programs? [20M]
Key Demand of the question: Explain your course of action to address the situation and explain how emotional intelligence plays a role in student life.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction: Start with the nuances of the case study.
Body:
The answer body must have the following aspects covered
- Represent the stakeholders in the case.
- Discuss the course of action that you would take to resolve the situation.
- Highlight how Emotional Intelligence plays a role in guiding student’s personal life.
- You can bring in the dimensions such as friends, parents, lovers, studies, etc.
- Lastly address in what ways schools can inculcate Emotional intelligence in students.
Conclusion: Present your course of action and the reason it
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