75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2024 – GS 1
Q1. The use of social media platforms both perpetuate and challenge social inequalities and power structures. Comment. 10M
Key demand of the question
To comment on how social media platforms, contribute to perpetuating social inequalities and power structures, as well as how they serve as tools for challenging and addressing these issues.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Introduce the role of social media as a powerful tool in modern society, impacting various aspects of social interaction, power dynamics, and inequality. Briefly state the dual nature of its influence.
Body:
- First, write how social media is Perpetuating Social Inequalities and Power Structures – Digital Divide, Echo Chambers and Filter Bubbles, commodification of user data, Underrepresentation of marginalized groups and the perpetuation of stereotypes, etc.
- Next, mention how social media is Challenging Social Inequalities and Power Structures- Platform for Activism, Raising Awareness, Empowerment of Marginalized Voices, Crowdsourcing and Collaborative Efforts, etc.
Conclusion
Conclude by noting the importance of understanding both the perpetuating and challenging roles of social media to leverage its potential for positive change while addressing its limitations and negative effects.
Q2. The shift from ‘conscious consumption’ to ‘compulsive consumption’ in urban areas has profound implications for family structures and urban dynamics. Critically examine. 15M
Key demand of the question
To critically examine the transition from conscious to compulsive consumption in urban areas and analyze its effects on family structures and urban dynamics, considering both the positive and negative implications.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Introduce the concepts of ‘conscious consumption’ and ‘compulsive consumption.’ Briefly explain the ongoing shift in urban areas due to factors like globalization, urbanization, and economic growth.
Body:
- In first part, discuss the factors driving the shift to compulsive consumption: – Economic Growth and Rising Incomes, Urban environments promoting fast-paced lifestyles, aggressive marketing, social media, and peer pressure, technological advancements like E-commerce, easy access to credit, and digital payment systems etc.
- Next, mention its Implications for Family Structures – Impact on Family Budgets leading to rise of small families, materialism and consumerism eroding traditional family values, Intergenerational Conflicts, higher spending on non-essentials, prioritizing discretionary spending on luxuries and entertainment over essential expenses etc.
- Next, mention its impact on Urban Dynamics- Growth of retail spaces, shopping malls, and online delivery services, Increased waste generation and resource depletion, creating visible divides between affluent consumers and lower-income groups, Cultural Homogenization etc.
Conclusion
Conclude by suggesting a way forward.
ETHICS
Q3. What ethical principles guide private ethics? Explain how private and public ethics are interconnected. [10M, 150words]
Key Demand of question:
Explain the principle guiding private ethics and then explain interconnectedness between private and public ethics.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction: You can define private ethics.
Body:
- First, explain principles that guide ethics in private.
- Then explain interconnectedness between private and public ethics.
Conclusion:
Conclude by highlighting its significance.
Follow us on our Official TELEGRAM Channel HERE
Subscribe to Our Official YouTube Channel HERE
Please subscribe to Our podcast channel HERE
Official Facebook PageHERE
Follow our Twitter Account HERE
Follow our Instagram Account HERE
Follow us on LinkedIn: HERE
