Topic: Effects of liberalization on the economy, changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth Q5. “Sustained economic growth requires businesses to move from value extraction to value creation.” Comment. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question India’s aspiration to become a developed economy requires a transition from consumption-driven growth …
Topic: Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life Achievement of Indians in science & technology Q6. Evaluate the role of research-driven innovation in achieving the goals of Viksit Bharat. Discuss the institutional bottlenecks affecting innovation outcomes. Suggest strategies to build a society-wide scientific culture. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: …
Topic: changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth. Q5. Evaluate the prospects of artificial intelligence as a driver of economic growth and productivity in India. Discuss the challenges associated with its sustainable and inclusive deployment. Suggest appropriate policy interventions. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question Artificial Intelligence is …
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Q5. “Currency management is increasingly becoming a balancing act between exchange rate stability, growth objectives and external sector sustainability.” Discuss. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question Recent debates surrounding rupee depreciation, foreign capital flows and RBI …
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment Q5. “Household savings behaviour is undergoing a structural transformation in India.” Examine the factors driving this shift. Analyse its implications for the economy. Outline measures to strengthen long-term financial savings. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question …
Topic: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways Q4. Analyse the relationship between infrastructure quality and transport efficiency in the Indian context. Discuss how railway modernisation supports economic growth. Also evaluate associated challenges. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question Recent railway modernisation initiatives have highlighted the critical role of infrastructure quality in …
Topic: Capital Markets & Money Markets Q5. “Deepening capital markets is essential for sustainable economic growth, but it also amplifies systemic risks.” Discuss the role of capital markets in economic development. Examine the risks associated with excessive financialization. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Capital market deepening and rising financialization have …
Source: HT Subject: Government Schemes Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 (FoF 2.0) with a ₹10,000 crore corpus to mobilise venture capital for India’s startup ecosystem. About Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0: What it is? Startup India FoF 2.0 is a ₹10,000 crore government-backed fund designed to …
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Q4. India’s growth challenge today lies less in reviving the business cycle and more in sustaining growth through structural transformation. Examine the limitations of cyclical policy support in the Indian economy. Analyse the key structural bottlenecks that constrain durable growth. …
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment Q4. Assess India’s current growth trajectory amid prevailing global economic uncertainty. Explain the factors that underpin India’s relative economic resilience. Suggest policy measures required to sustain this resilience over the medium term. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why …
Topic: Investment models Q6. Discuss the role of infrastructure investment in accelerating economic growth. Identify the challenges in improving capital efficiency and also outline measures to enhance returns. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Infrastructure investment has become central to India’s growth strategy in the context of global slowdown, high logistics …
Topic: Inflationary Gap and Inflationary process Q5. Discuss the various causes of unemployment in India. Assess their linkages with structural transformation failures. Recommend pathways for employment-intensive growth. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Unemployment persists despite growth, and India’s structural transformation is incomplete, making it important to analyse causes, linkages and …
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Q6. Private investment is a key driver of India’s growth. Do you agree? Examine other important factors that determine the country’s growth potential. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question: The role of private investment in driving …
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Inclusive growth and issues arising from it Q6. Evaluate the role of GST policy in balancing revenue generation with economic growth. Should indirect tax reforms prioritize affordability or fiscal stability? Discuss. (15M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DH Why the question: …
Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology. Q5. “Critical technologies are instruments of both economic growth and national security”. Examine this duality in the Indian context with special reference to quantum technologies and defence innovation. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question India is investing heavily in …
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Q6. Explain the significance of India’s recent sovereign credit rating upgrade. Analyse its potential impact on foreign portfolio and direct investment inflows. Evaluate the long-term implications for the country’s external debt sustainability. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why …
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment Q5. A credible insolvency framework is vital for sustaining economic growth in a credit-dependent economy. Examine the macroeconomic importance of timely resolution. Analyse how creditor rights and debtor protection can be balanced. Suggest key priorities for future reforms. (15 M) …
Topic: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc Q5. “Despite its vast network, Indian Railways is trapped in a legacy system unable to meet contemporary demands”. Examine the key infrastructural and operational legacies hampering railways. Assess the consequences for economic growth. Suggest transformative reforms. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Easy Reference: NIE Why the question: Indian …
Syllabus: International Relations Source: ANI Context: External Affairs Minister emphasized India’s commitment to Africa through capacity-building, skill development, and infrastructure investment, unlike extractive economic models. About Japan-India-Africa Forum: What is the Japan-India-Africa Forum? A trilateral economic and strategic platform promoting investment, trade, and development projects across Africa. Facilitates collaboration between India, Japan, and African nations …
Syllabus: Economics Source: IE Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently released a study on the “Quality of Public Expenditure” (QPE) index, highlighting improvements in government spending efficiency since 1991. The report underscores the positive impact of fiscal discipline and increased capital expenditure on India’s economic growth and social development. What is Socio-Economic Expenditure? …
