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“The persistence of caste identities in contemporary India coexists with new forms of social interaction enabled by digital platforms.” Elucidate this statement. Bring out its implications for social cohesion.

Topic: Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India Q1. “The persistence of caste identities in contemporary India coexists with new forms of social interaction enabled by digital platforms.” Elucidate this statement. Bring out its implications for social cohesion. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question Rapid digitalisation alongside persistent social hierarchies …

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Discuss B. R. Ambedkar’s vision of social democracy. Examine how he sought to reconcile political equality with social justice in independent India.

Topic: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present significant events, personalities, issues Q1. Discuss B. R. Ambedkar’s vision of social democracy. Examine how he sought to reconcile political equality with social justice in independent India. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question R. Ambedkar remains …

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What insights do inter-caste and inter-faith marriage trends provide about India’s social cohesion? How can the state promote such social fluidity while respecting group identities?

Topic: Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India. Q2. What insights do inter-caste and inter-faith marriage trends provide about India’s social cohesion? How can the state promote such social fluidity while respecting group identities? (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question: According to the 2011 Census, inter-caste marriages were about 6% …

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UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights SECURE: 7 August 2024

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 post/upload …

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Insights into Editorial: Quantifying the caste quotas

Insights into Editorial: Quantifying the caste quotas 26 February 2016 Article Link We have, in the past, observed that our political system wakes up only when the demand for reservation by a particular community turns into a violent protest. Even then, the government just confines itself to ascertaining demands of only that particular group. The …

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