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General Studies – 1
Topic: Changes in critical geographical the effects of such changes, Urbanization
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: DTE
Why the question:
Delhi and North India’s persistent air pollution crisis poses significant. Despite various policy efforts, the issue remains unresolved, making it crucial to examine its causes and implications.Key Demand of the question:
Analyze the causes of air pollution in the context of sustainable urbanization. Evaluate the broader socio-economic and developmental implications of air pollution on regional development.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Define the link between air pollution and sustainable urbanization in India.
Body:
- Briefly examine the primary causes of air pollution that affect urban areas
- Discuss the broader regional implications, such as public health, economic productivity, and long-term sustainability challenges.
Conclusion:
Provide a forward-looking statement, emphasizing the need for integrated solutions to address air pollution for sustainable urban development.
Topic: Role of women and women’s organization
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: TH
Why the question:
Allahabad HC directs potency test of man accused of dowry death.Key Demand of the question:
Examine the structural and cultural barriers that perpetuate dowry. Propose a multi-dimensional strategy to combat this practice.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Briefly define dowry as a reflection of gender inequality and link it to the commodification of women.
Body:
- Discuss structural barriers like socio-economic dependence, patriarchy, and the failure of legal frameworks.
- Address cultural barriers such as traditional norms, family honor, and marriage practices.
- Propose a multi-dimensional strategy, including legal, social, and economic interventions to combat dowry.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a holistic approach that combines legal reforms, education, and community engagement to eradicate dowry and promote gender equality.
General Studies – 2
Topic: Laws, institutions and bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: InsightsIAS
Why the question:
The National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) is crucial for addressing the social security needs of vulnerable groups. Evaluating its functioning helps highlight its role and limitations as a social safety net in India.Key Demand of the question:
Evaluate how effectively NSAP is functioning as a social safety net for vulnerable sections. Suggest improvements to enhance its effectiveness.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Briefly introduce NSAP, mentioning its inception, purpose, and target beneficiaries (e.g., old age, widows, disabled).Body:
- Few points about the programme
- Evaluate the functioning: Discuss both achievements (like coverage and benefits provided) and challenges (such as insufficient funds, administrative delays, exclusion errors).
- Suggest ways to improve effectiveness: Propose ways like increasing financial allocation, improving transparency, and using technology for better delivery.
Conclusion
Conclude with the need for reforms to strengthen NSAP’s impact on the social safety net, ensuring inclusivity and efficiency.
Topic: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: InsightsIAS
Why the question:
To explore the effectiveness of government interventions in addressing gender disparities, with a focus on women’s economic participation and empowerment.
Key Demand of the question:
Evaluate the role of government interventions in promoting women’s economic participation and empowerment. Analyze progress made through various women-centric schemes.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Define women’s empowerment and briefly mention the significance of government interventions in promoting gender equality and economic participation.
Body:
- Progress made: Mention key schemes (e.g., Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, Stand-Up India, Mahila Shakti Kendra), and how they have contributed to improving education, financial inclusion, and entrepreneurship.
- Persisting gender disparities: Discuss areas where progress is still limited, such as female labor force participation, wage gaps, and social barriers.
- Challenges in implementation: Touch on the implementation gaps in these schemes, such as lack of awareness, cultural barriers, and uneven access in rural areas.
Conclusion
End with a balanced view acknowledging progress but emphasizing the need for more targeted interventions to bridge gender disparities and promote inclusive economic growth.
General Studies – 3
Topic: Indian Economy, agricultural produce and issues and related constraints.
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: TH
Why the question:
With the crisis continuing in Ukraine and Gaza, experts and policymakers are concerned about further increases in the prices of the components used for making petroleum-based chemical fertilizersKey Demand of the question:
Analyze the key factors that impact India’s fertilizer production and imports. Suggest strategies to reduce dependence on imported fertilizers.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Briefly mention the importance of fertilizers in India’s agricultural sustainability and its heavy reliance on imports.
Body:
- Write about importance of fertilizers in India’s agricultural sustainability and its heavy reliance on imports.
- Examine key factors like domestic production capacity, global supply chains, and geopolitical issues affecting India’s fertilizer sector.
- Suggest strategies for reducing import dependence, such as enhancing domestic production, promoting alternative farming techniques, and policy reforms.
Conclusion:
Emphasize the need for a self-reliant fertilizer sector to ensure the sustainability of Indian agriculture, with long-term planning and investment.
Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space.
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: TH
Why the question:
The Cabinet has recently approved a scientific mission to Venus .The Venus Orbiter Mission is expected to be launched in a window available in March 2028 and will cost Rs 1,236 crore.Key Demand of the question:
Write about the strategic importance of India’s Venus mission within the global space exploration landscape. Examine how studying Venus can help improve our understanding of Earth’s climate dynamics and planetary evolution.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Briefly introduce the Venus Orbiter Mission and its objectives, emphasizing its role in global space exploration.
Body:
- Analyze the strategic importance of the mission, focusing on how it advances India’s space capabilities, fosters international collaboration, and strengthens India’s leadership in planetary science.
- Discuss how studying Venus can reveal key insights into Earth’s climate dynamics and planetary evolution, especially regarding the greenhouse effect, atmospheric dynamics, and planetary habitability.
Conclusion
Emphasize how this mission will not only enhance India’s space research but also contribute significantly to global scientific understanding of climate and planetary systems, with potential lessons for Earth’s future.
General Studies – 4
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: TH
Why the question:
South Bengal has been dealing with a human-wildlife problem for the past three decades. With densely populated habitations between forest patches, deaths and injuries to both people and animals are common.Key Demand of the question:
Analyze the ethical aspects of human-wildlife co-existence. Address conflicting interests between human safety and wildlife conservation. Provide a balanced perspective considering both ethical and practical dimensions.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Briefly define man-animal conflict and its ethical implications. Highlight the necessity of co-existence for ecological balance.Body:
- Ethical concerns for human safety: Discuss ethical responsibility toward protecting human lives and livelihoods, addressing the conflicts from a human rights perspective.
- Ethical concerns for wildlife conservation: Highlight the duty of ensuring humane treatment of animals, adhering to legal protections and moral obligations to preserve biodiversity.
- Balancing competing interests: Analyze the ethical dilemma between immediate human needs and long-term conservation goals, providing examples of sustainable solutions.
Conclusion:
Emphasize the need for an ethical framework that ensures both human safety and the preservation of wildlife, with a focus on co-existence. Suggest a future-oriented solution.
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