ARCHIVES 28 April 2014 Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words 1. “Childhood obesity has become the most serious health concern – even in our part of the world, where malnutrition is a big concern. ” Critically comment on the reasons behind this paradox. Business Standard 2. Examine the importance of building cloud services …
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ARCHIVES 24 April 2014 Topic: World History – World Wars Question: It has been said that the Soviet Union became the first totalitarian state in the twentieth century. Do you agree with this statement? If so, when and how did it develop its totalitarian institutions? (200 Words) Reference Norman Lowe – Modern World History Reference BBC Topic: …
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ARCHIVES 23 April 2014 Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words 1. It’s said that India needs a friendly labour policy to improve its economic growth. Examine the issues involved and explain what reforms are needed in its labour policy. Business Standard The Economic Times 2. What is corruption? Do you agree with the …
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ARCHIVES 17 April 2014 Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words 1. Explain the recommendations of the P. Vijay Bhaskar committee on financial benchmarks. Business Standard 2. Comment on the nature and magnitude of drinking water problem in India. What measures would you suggest to overcome these problems? Business Standard 3. Write a note …
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ARCHIVES 15, April 2014 Topic: World History (American Revolution) Question: Explain how three of the following altered Americans’ perceptions of Britain during the years 1763 to 1775. Which affected colonists the most and why? a) the French and Indian War b) virtual representation c) Samuel Adams d) the Declaratory Act e) the boycott of British goods f) Thomas …
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ARCHIVES 08 April 2014 Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words 1. What are the important revelations and conclusions of the recently released Henderson Brooks Report on the 1962 India-China border war? Comment on them. Business Standard 2. One of the root causes of the slow dispensation of justice is the lack of speed in investigations. Comment on the reasons …
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ARCHIVES 06 April 2014 Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words 1. Explain the commercial and military possibilities of the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS). Business Standard 2. Explain the different types of deficits that an economy faces. Which deficit is a better indicator of the health of government finances? And why? Business Standard 3. What …
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ARCHIVES 06 April 2014 Topic: Security Issues Question: Do you agree that armed forces in India require greater delegation of financial powers? Critically discuss why. Reference: IDSA
ARCHIVES 05, April 2014 Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words 1. What were the important recommendations of Narasimham committee (1991) on banking reforms? Have those recommendations been implemented so far? Examine. The Indian Express 2. Critically evaluate the efforts taken by the international community and Israel – Palestine themselves to resolve their …
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ARCHIVES 03 April 2014 Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words 1. Examine the health risks of open defecation. In your opinion, what are the reasons behind continuing practice of open defecation in India? What concrete measures would you suggest to the government and people to stop this practice? Comment. Business Standard 2. A …
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ARCHIVES 02 April 2014 Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words 1. Railways have been at the very heart of modern Chinese nationalism. Compare and contrast how railways have been used as a tool of economic progress and national integration in China and India. The Indian Express 2. What is Direct Tax Code (DTC)? …
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ARCHIVES 31 March 2014 Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words 1. “That disinvestment remains entirely a political decision – and not a decision taken by a disinvestment commission, such as in some of India’s neighbours or in countries like Mexico – is part of the problem. Yet, even if the decision is depoliticised, …
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ARCHIVES 29 March 2014 Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words 1. Explain the scientific and strategic importance, and applications of Geo-synchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle-Mark III. The Hindu 2. Write a short note on: Tenosynovitis Nintenditis WhatsAppitis The Hindu 3. Critically comment on the factors that led to ‘independence’ movement in then East Pakistan. Are …
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ARCHIVES 28 March 2014 Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words 1. What are Basel-III norms? Why should Indian banks adhere to them? Explain. Business Standard 2. It is said that tax policies over recent decades have played an extremely significant role in promoting inequality in India. How? Suggest measures to reform taxation structure to …
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ARCHIVES 27 March 2014 Answer ALL the questions in about 200 words 1. What do you understand by money laundering? Critically discuss its effect on the economy and security of a country, especially India. Business Standard 2. It is said that even advanced countries can not continue to provide better living standards to their future …
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26 March 2014 Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words 1. “Political changes in India and at the international level have “orphaned” the Palestinians. ” Do you agree? Substantiate. Business Standard 2. By some estimates, India will become water scarce in just about five years, and be a massive 50 per cent short on water in …
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ARCHIVES 25 March 2014 Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words 1. Analyze the recent trend of flow of FII into the Indian economy. What factors determine their flow and exit? Explain. Business Standard 2. What are the criticisms against the Committee on Comprehensive Financial Services for Small Businesses and Low-Income Households (the Nachiket MorCommittee …
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ARCHIVES 23, March 2014 Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words 1. What are the weaknesses of India’s governance system? Critically discuss remedial measures needed to bring transparent and accountable governance to the people. Business Standard 2. In the growing environment of free trade agreements between developed countries, what should be India’s priority …
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ARCHIVES 22 March 2014 Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 Words 1. What do you understand by cropping pattern? Which factors affect it? Explain the cropping pattern of wheat in India. Business Standard 2. What factors and objectives were behind the nationalization of banks in 1969? Did nationalization help bring financial inclusion? Comment. …
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ARCHIVES 21, March 2014 Answer ALL the following questions in about 200 words 1. How is coal formed? Discuss the distribution of coal in India. Do you think coal in India has been adequately exploited for economic growth? Comment. Business Standard 2. In spite of huge reserves of coal, India still imports it. Suggest measures …
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