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General Studies – 1
Topic: Changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) and the effects of such changes.
Q1. Analyze how extreme rainfall events highlight the challenges of dam management in India. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: TH
Why the question
Many days before the historic rainfall brought by Cyclone Fengal, Sathanur was filled to 95% of its capacityKey Demand of the question
The question requires an analysis of the impact of extreme rainfall on dam operations, highlighting specific challenges, and suggesting practical solutions for better management.Structure of the Answer
Introduction
Mention the increasing frequency of extreme rainfall events in India due to climate change and their implications on dam management.Body
- Challenges of dam management: Highlight issues like limited storage capacity, delayed releases, downstream flooding, and aging infrastructure.
- Solutions for better management: Suggest measures like modernizing dams, improving forecasting, and establishing integrated river basin management protocols.
Conclusion
Emphasize the need for resilient dam management strategies to adapt to climate change and safeguard communities from future extreme weather events.
Topic: Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian subcontinent)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: IE
Why the question
Fertiliser subsidy is causing a skewed nutrient profile. For farm productivity and human health, this must be addressed.Key Demand of the question
The question demands an exploration of agro-climatic diversity in India, challenges in nutrient management, and strategies for sustainable agricultural growth.Structure of the Answer
Introduction
Briefly introduce India’s agro-climatic diversity and its role in shaping soil nutrient demands for agriculture.Body
- Need for differential nutrient management: Mention the importance of region-specific approaches to optimise agricultural outputs and soil health.
- Challenges: Briefly touch upon issues like policy distortions, lack of data, and farmer awareness.
- Way forward: Suggest solutions such as GIS-based nutrient zoning, balanced subsidy reforms, and capacity-building initiatives.
Conclusion
Emphasize the importance of region-specific strategies for balancing productivity, sustainability, and ecological health in agriculture.
General Studies – 2
Topic: Parliament and State Legislatures – structure, functioning
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: IE
Why the question
In the last 10 days, Parliament has functioned for all of 64 minutes because of the ruling disruption in proceedings.Key Demand of the question
Analyze the challenges in parliamentary procedures, discuss the need for reforms, and suggest specific ways to ensure better debates and time utilization.Structure of the Answer
Introduction
Introduce the role of Parliament as the cornerstone of democracy, highlighting its critical role in debates, accountability, and addressing public concerns.Body
- Challenges in parliamentary procedures: Briefly highlight issues like disruptions, declining working days, lack of focus on critical issues, and inefficient use of sessions.
- Need for reforms: Emphasize reforms such as mandatory sitting days, strengthening the Speaker’s role, prioritizing public issues, and streamlining procedures.
Conclusion
Conclude by underlining the importance of procedural reforms to uphold the democratic ethos and enhance Parliament’s role as an institution of accountability and governance.
Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: TH
Why the question
Gamified and simulation-based learning and training modules can potentially improve the quality and outcome of workforce trainingKey Demand of the question
The question requires an analysis of the challenges in India’s education and skilling ecosystem, the advantages of gamified and simulation-based learning, and practical steps for integration into current systems.Structure of the Answer
Introduction
Introduce the importance of aligning skilling initiatives with modern learning methods to address employability and skill gaps in India.Body
- Challenges in the Indian education and skilling ecosystem: Highlight issues such as skill mismatch, low vocational training participation, outdated pedagogy, and limited access.
- Potential of gamified and simulation-based learning: Discuss how these methods enhance engagement, retention, practical application, and scalability.
- Integration into the existing framework: Suggest leveraging platforms like SWAYAM and SIDH, public-private collaborations, and piloting in key sectors for scalability.
Conclusion
Conclude with the transformative potential of these methods and the need for their structured integration to future-proof India’s workforce.
General Studies – 3
Topic: MSME
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: InsightsIAS
Why the question
The MSME sector is crucial to India’s economy, especially amid global uncertainties, necessitating an analysis of its challenges and solutions for sustained growth.Key Demand of the Question
The question requires identifying the major challenges faced by MSMEs in the context of global economic uncertainties and suggesting actionable measures for their sustained development.Structure of the Answer
Introduction
Provide a brief overview of the importance of MSMEs in India’s economy, with relevant data on GDP contribution and exports.Body
- Challenges faced by MSMEs: Highlight systemic issues like credit access, technology gaps, market integration, and regulatory hurdles, with a global perspective.
- Measures for sustained growth: Suggest reforms such as credit enhancement, skill development, and simplified compliance mechanisms, supported by specific examples and best practices.
Conclusion
End with a futuristic and solution-oriented statement emphasizing the role of a collaborative approach between the government, private sector, and global stakeholders to make MSMEs globally competitive.
Topic: Unorganized sector
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: InsightsIAS
Why the question
The unorganized sector’s dominance in India reflects its critical role in employment and industry, but its vulnerabilities demand reforms for sustainable economic integration.Key Demand of the Question
The question requires discussing the unorganized sector’s contributions and vulnerabilities, followed by suggesting structural reforms to integrate it into the formal economy.Structure of the Answer
Introduction
Briefly state the significance of the unorganized sector in India’s industrial and employment landscape, using relevant data to highlight its dominance.Body
- Contribution to dynamism: Mention aspects like employment generation, flexibility, and supply chain support.
- Vulnerabilities: Highlight issues like income insecurity, lack of financial inclusion, and productivity gaps.
- Structural reforms needed: Suggest measures such as social security expansion, financial inclusion, digitization, skill development, and regulatory streamlining.
Conclusion
Conclude with a solution-oriented vision, emphasizing the potential for inclusive and sustainable growth through effective formalization of the unorganized sector.
General Studies – 4
Q7. What does the following quotation convey to you in the present context? (10 M)
“The price good men pay for indifference to public affairs is to be ruled by evil men”. – Plato
Difficulty Level: Medium
Why the question
The quotation addresses the ethical responsibility of individuals to engage in public affairs, highlighting how apathy fosters unethical governance and societal decay.Key Demand of the Question
The question requires explaining the meaning of the quotation in the ethical context, its implications, and its relevance in contemporary governance and societal challenges.Structure of the Answer
Introduction
Start with the ethical essence of the quotation, emphasizing the moral responsibility of individuals to uphold justice and integrity in public life.Body
- Meaning of the quotation: Highlight the ethical duty to participate in governance, the consequences of apathy, and the need to counter immoral leadership.
- Relevance in the present context: Discuss how active civic engagement addresses issues like corruption, moral decay, and unethical practices, and strengthens democratic and social values.
Conclusion
Conclude with a forward-looking statement emphasizing the importance of ethical participation in ensuring governance rooted in fairness, justice, and accountability.
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