Ashutosh, a highly respected and principled official in the department, was recently appointed to spearhead the revision of the state’s outdated excise policy. Given his reputation for integrity and trustworthiness, he was tasked with drafting a new policy to replace the old one.

Q7. Ashutosh, a highly respected and principled official in the department, was recently appointed to spearhead the revision of the state’s outdated excise policy. Given his reputation for integrity and trustworthiness, he was tasked with drafting a new policy to replace the old one. As part of the consultation process, Ashutosh arranged a meeting with …

In a state, a complicated case has arisen involving allegations of corruption and mismanagement related to the State Skill Development Corporation’s activities from 2014.

  Q7. In a state, a complicated case has arisen involving allegations of corruption and mismanagement related to the State Skill Development Corporation’s activities from 2014. The former government, led by Chief Minister Prasad of the XYZ party, is accused of diverting funds intended for a youth skill development program to shell companies through fraudulent …

In the Rathnagarh district, a custodial death has sparked intense public outrage and protests, raising critical ethical and administrative concerns.

Q7. In the Rathnagarh district, a custodial death has sparked intense public outrage and protests, raising critical ethical and administrative concerns. The incident took place at the Rathnagarh Central Police Station, where Ramesh, a 25-year-old laborer, was arrested on suspicion of stealing a motorcycle. His family alleges that he was wrongfully detained due to mistaken …

Meena, a 16-year-old girl, had just completed her 10th standard. Due to poverty and financial constraints, her parents decided to marry her off to Prakash, a 32-year-old man.

Q7. Meena, a 16-year-old girl, had just completed her 10th standard. Due to poverty and financial constraints, her parents decided to marry her off to Prakash, a 32-year-old man. During discussions, Prakash’s family demanded a dowry of 10 lakh rupees. Unable to afford this amount, Meena’s father offered 2 hectares of land instead. Both families …

As Earth’s climate continues to deteriorate, scientists are exploring new methods to potentially mitigate climate change. One such method is geoengineering, which involves deliberately manipulating the Earth’s climate to slow or halt global warming. Numerous ideas have been proposed as potential solutions, including stratospheric particle injection (SPI), marine cloud brightening (MCB), space reflectors, desert modification, large-scale direct air capture, and enhanced rooftop reflectivity, among others.

Q7. As Earth’s climate continues to deteriorate, scientists are exploring new methods to potentially mitigate climate change. One such method is geoengineering, which involves deliberately manipulating the Earth’s climate to slow or halt global warming. Numerous ideas have been proposed as potential solutions, including stratospheric particle injection (SPI), marine cloud brightening (MCB), space reflectors, desert …

In the wake of the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, the company R launched a product named Coronil, claiming it to be the “first evidence-based medicine for COVID-19.

Q7. In the wake of the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, the company R launched a product named Coronil, claiming it to be the “first evidence-based medicine for COVID-19.” Advertising materials suggested the product was certified and endorsed by the World Health Organisation (WHO). However, WHO promptly clarified that it had not certified any …

UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights SECURE: 13 February 2025

  The Insights IAS Secure Initiative for UPSC Mains Answer Writing practice enables you to practice daily answer writing, enhancing your skills and boosting your scores with regular feedback, expert tips, and strategies. Let consistency be the hallmark of your preparation and utilize UPSC Mains Answer Writing practice initiative wisely   Click on EACH question to …

As the Superintendent of Police in your state, you are renowned for your impartiality and dedication to upholding the rule of law.

Topic: Emotional intelligence-concepts, and their utilities and application in administration and governance Q7. As the Superintendent of Police in your state, you are renowned for your impartiality and dedication to upholding the rule of law. Recently, Raju, a compassionate young man from the local tribal community, attended a fair in the local bazaar. During the …

UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights SECURE: 12 February 2025

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You are the Mayor of a growing urban city where the stray dog issue has become a matter of intense public debate.

Topic:- Ethics and Human Interface ,Human Values, Attitude, Aptitude and foundational values, for Civil Service Q7. You are the Mayor of a growing urban city where the stray dog issue has become a matter of intense public debate. Recently, several members of the city’s elite have formally requested action on stray dogs, claiming they are …

Aandhi Village – Green Technology

Context: In Aandhi village, located just 43 kilometers from Jaipur, Rajasthan, a transformation toward a zero-waste model is underway through the integration of advanced green technologies. Food waste, agro waste, wastewater, and other sources from across the village are being converted into resources. Using an array of sustainable technologies like an Organic Waste Bio-Methanation Plant, …

UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights SECURE: 4 June 2024

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One of the scientists working in the R&D laboratory of a major pharmaceutical company discovers that one of the company’s bestselling veterinary drugs has the potential to cure a currently incurable liver disease which is prevalent in tribal areas.

Topic:  Case Study 7. One of the scientists working in the R&D laboratory of a major pharmaceutical company discovers that one of the company’s bestselling veterinary drugs has the potential to cure a currently incurable liver disease which is prevalent in tribal areas. However, developing a variant of the drug suitable for human being entailed a …

Suppose you are the CEO of a company that manufactures specialized electronic equipment used by a government department. You have submitted your bid for the supply of this equipment to the department. Both the quality and cost of your offer are better than those of the competitors. Yet the concerned officer is demanding a hefty bribe for approving the tender Getting the order is important both for you and your company. Not getting the order would mean closing a production line. It may also affect your own career. However, as a value-conscious person, You do not want to give bribe. Valid arguments can be advanced both for giving the bribe and getting the order, and for refusing to pay the bribe and risking the loss of the order. What those arguments could be, Could there be any better way to get out of this dilemma? If so, outline the main elements of this third way, pointing out its merits. (250 Words) (20 M) (UPSC 2014)

Topic: Case Study 7. Suppose you are the CEO of a company that manufactures specialized electronic equipment used by a government department. You have submitted your bid for the supply of this equipment to the department. Both the quality and cost of your offer are better than those of the competitors. Yet the concerned officer is …

As the Chief Project Officer, you have been given an emergency grant for re-construction of the bridge that collapsed due to recent flash floods in the area surrounding Malgudi. Although it is a small project for you but it is vital one as it is a sole way in and out of the rural hamlet of Malgudi. After the collapse, people of Malgudi are forced to navigate the river in an un-safe means for reaching to jobs, hospitals and educational institutes etc.

Topic: Case Study 7. As the Chief Project Officer, you have been given an emergency grant for re-construction of the bridge that collapsed due to recent flash floods in the area surrounding Malgudi. Although it is a small project for you but it is vital one as it is a sole way in and out …

You’re a HR responsible for hiring content writers for a project. Binod is one such applicant who has applied for the job. He has cleared all the earlier rounds and during HR round you come to know that he has financial difficulties and is in dire need of the job. As he met all technical qualifications and his attitude seemed to be fine, you hire him with a probationary period of 6 months. Post 6 months, based on his performance he would be made permanent.

Topic: Case Study 7. You’re a HR responsible for hiring content writers for a project. Binod is one such applicant who has applied for the job. He has cleared all the earlier rounds and during HR round you come to know that he has financial difficulties and is in dire need of the job. As …

You are recently posted as district development officer of a district. Shortly thereafter you found that there is considerable tension in the rural areas of your district on the issue of sending girls to schools.

Topic: Case Study 7. You are recently posted as district development officer of a district. Shortly thereafter you found that there is considerable tension in the rural areas of your district on the issue of sending girls to schools. The elders of the village feel that many problems have come up because girls are being educated …

You are a no-nonsense, honest officer. You have been transferred to a remote district to head a department that is notorious for its inefficiency and callousness. You find that the main cause of the poor state of affairs is the indiscipline of a section of employees. They do not work themselves and also disrupt the workings of others.

Topic: Case Study 7. You are a no-nonsense, honest officer. You have been transferred to a remote district to head a department that is notorious for its inefficiency and callousness. You find that the main cause of the poor state of affairs is the indiscipline of a section of employees. They do not work themselves and …

 It is a State where prohibition is in force. You are recently appointed as the Superintendent of Police of a district notorious for illicit distillation of liquor. The illicit liquor leads to many death, reported and unreported, and causes a major problem for the district authorities.

Topic: Case Study 7. It is a State where prohibition is in force. You are recently appointed as the Superintendent of Police of a district notorious for illicit distillation of liquor. The illicit liquor leads to many death, reported and unreported, and causes a major problem for the district authorities. The approach till now had been …