Author: Staff @CD

23rd August 2021| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement(AWE)

GS Papers: Paper 1
Topics for Today’s questions:

GS-1 Salient features of world’s physical geography

GS-2 Parliament and State Legislatures—Structure, Functioning, Conduct of Business, Powers & Privileges and Issues Arising out of these.

GS-3 Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment.

GS-4 Case Studies

Questions:

Question 1)

Q.1 Assess the impact of global warming on the coral life system with examples. (10 Marks)

Question 2)

Q.2 What are the provisions for punishing the Rajya Sabha member for misconduct inside and outside the House? Is there a need for improvement in the provisions? (10 Marks)

Question 3)

Q.3 Why the bond market in India is nowhere near equities in breadth, depth or innovation. What are the factors responsible for this? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Question 4)

Q. 4 A fresh engineering graduate gets a job in a prestigious chemical industry. She likes the work. The salary is also good. However, after a few months she accidentally discovers that a highly toxic waste is being secretly discharged into a river nearby. This is causing health problems to the villagers downstream who depend on the river for their water needs. She is perturbed and mentions her concern to her colleagues who have been with the company for longer periods. They advise her to keep quite as anyone who mentions the topic is summarily dismissed. She cannot risk losing her job as she is the sole bread-winner for her family and has to support her ailing parents and siblings. At first, she thinks that if her seniors are keeping quiet, why should she stick out her neck. But her conscience pricks her to do something to save the river and the people who depend upon it. At heart she feels that the advice of silence given by her friends is not correct though she cannot give reasons for it. She thinks you are a wise person and seeks your advice. (a) What arguments can you advance to show her that keeping quiet is not morally right? (b) What course of action would you advice her to adopt and why? (20 Marks)

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August 23, 2021
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Q1) Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct with respect to Arctic Amplification.
1. The phenomenon highlights that over the past 30 years, the Arctic has warmed at roughly twice the rate as the entire globe.
2. Iodic acid (HIO3) is one of the aerosol particles responsible for Arctic Amplification or Arctic Warming.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q2) Consider the following statements with respective to Vikas Engine.
1. It is a family of Solid-propellant rocket engines which will be used in Aditya-L1 Mission.
2. It is used in both Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV).
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are incorrect?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q3) Consider the following statements with respect to Man Portable Antitank Guided Missile (MPATGM)
1. It is a low weight man portable missile which follows fire and forgets principle.
2. It has been developed indigenously by the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO).
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q4) Which of the following is/are the disadvantage/s of 3D Priniting?
1. More time
2. Limited raw materials
3. Cybersecurity concerns
4. High cost
5. Limited size
(a) 1, 4 and 5 only

(b) 2, 3 and 5 only

(c) 1, 2 and 4 only

(d) All the above

Q5) Which of the following statement/s is/are correct with reference to “deep fakes”?
1. It refers to the practice of setting up fictitious online profiles for luring another person into a fraudulent romantic relationship.
2. Using AI algorithms a person’s words, head movements and expressions are transferred onto another person in a seamless fashion.
(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

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Q1) Which of the following given below are the features of capitalist economy?

1. Public ownership of means of production

2. Production takes place for selling the output in the market

3. Sale and purchase of labor services at a price called wage rate

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

(a) 1 and 2

(b) 2 and 3

(c) 1, 2 and 3

(d) None of them

Q2) Which of the following are the benefits of contract farming?

1. Availability of quality seeds for farmers

2. Assured procurement of the produce

3. Reduction in price related risks

4. New markets for farm products

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

(a) 1, 2 and 3 only

(b) 2, 3 and 4 only

(c) 1,3 and 4 only

(d) All of them

Q3) Which of the following given below carry out the Buffer stocking operations in India?

1. Food Corporation of India

2. National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED)

3. Small Farmers’ Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC)

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

(a) 1 and 2

(b) 2 and 3

(c) 1, 2 and 3

(d) None of them

Q4) Consider the following statements

1. Angel investors are high net worth individuals who invest their personal income in business start-ups or small and medium scale companies.

2. Exemption from angel tax for companies has been increased to 200 crores as per new rules.

Which of the following Statements are true?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) 1 and 2 only

(d) None of them

Q5) Which of the following are the features of the Banking Regulation (Amendment) Act, 2020?
1. Issuance of shares and securities by cooperative banks
2. Supersession of Board of Directors
3. Allowing the central bank to initiate a scheme for reconstruction or amalgamation
4. Bringing all NBFCs under RBI regulation
Select the correct answer using the codes given below

(a) 1, 2 and 3 only

(b) 2, 3 and 4 only

(c) 1,3 and 4 only

(d) All of them

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Q1) Consider the following statements about Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF)

1. It is a short-term debt financing facility.

2. Agricultural Produce Marketing Committees (APMCs) are beneficiaries of this fund.

3. The final authority to sanction loans under the fund is with the banks after checking details and viability of the projects.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of the above

Q2) Consider the following statements with respect to Employees’ State Insurance Corporation of India (ESIC)

1. It is a statutory corporate body established under an Act of Parliament.

2. It is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Labour and Employment.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q3) Consider the following statements about the Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement of Price Assurance and Farm Services Act, 2020:

1. A farming agreement cannot be entered for sale, lease or raising of any permanent structure in the land of the farmer.

2. If a farmer fails to honour his commitment as per the farming agreement, recovery can be initiated against the land of the farmer.

3. The Block Development Officer will function as a Sub-Divisional Authority for deciding the disputes under the farming agreements.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 3 only

(c) 1 and 2 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Q4) Consider the following statements about the Code on Social Security, 2020:

1. The inter-state migrant workers have been defined under the Act as only the workers who are working in another state and have been recruited through a contractor.

2. It creates a statutory body, called the National Social Security Board, to be headed by the Prime Minister.

3. The aggregators will contribute between 1-2% of their annual turnover towards a social security fund for the gig economy workers.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 3 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Q5) Consider the following statements with respect to India Energy Exchange (IEX)

1. It is a virtual exchange used to trade carbon footprints of Industries and discoms.

2. It is launched by Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate change.

3.Energy saving certificates and Renewable Energy Certificates are products of IEX.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 1 and 2 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. 3 only

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Q1) Which of the following statements regarding Imported Inflation is/are correct?

1. When the general price level rises in a country because of the rise in prices of imported commodities it is known as imported inflation.

2. The weakening of the domestic currency may lead to imported inflation in the country.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q2) Which of the following given below is/are part of the current account in the Balance of Payments (BOP)?

1. Balance of trade

2. Balance of services and remittances

3. Investment and borrowing

Which of above statements are true?

1 and 3

2 and 3

1 and 2

All of them

Q3) Consider the following statements about Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status in context of international trade

1. It denotes equality of one country towards another nation in trade.

2. WTO members cannot violate the MFN clause in any conditions

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q4) Which of the statements given below is/are correct?

1. India’s tax system is progressive with heavy dependence on direct tax.

2. Direct tax-to-GDP ratio remains consistently higher than that of indirect tax-to-GDP.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q5) Consider the following statements about Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT)

1. It is aimed to facilitate the taxation of ‘zero tax companies‘ i.e., those companies which show zero or negligible income to avoid tax.

2. It is calculated on book profits of a company.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

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August 20, 2021
20th August 2021| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement(AWE)

GS Papers: Paper 1
Topics for Today’s questions:

GS-1 Social empowerment, communalism, regionalism and secularism

GS-2 Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests.

GS-3 Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, Robotics, Nano-technology, Bio-technology and issues relating to Intellectual Property Rights.

GS-4 Case Studies

Questions:

Question 1)

Q.1 To empower persons with disabilities in India, it is imperative to shift from a charity-based approach to a rights-based approach. Analyse. (10 Marks)

Question 2)

Q.2 India’s trajectory towards an increased strategic footprint in West Asia has been in development for some time now, and the Abraham Accords provided a fillip to India’s engagement with the region. Comment. (10 Marks)

Question 3)

Q.3 What are the issues with the arbitration in India? What are the steps taken to make India arbitration-friendly jurisdiction? (10 Marks)

Question 4)

Q.4 You have recently been posted as a District Development Officer in a traditionally rural area that has seen rapid economic development in the past few years. You notice that there is a huge disparity between the number of male and female children in the area. When you go to the hospital and check the birth registry, you realise that registered new-born babies are mostly males. On further investigation, you notice a similar pattern in the village primary school, which has more male students than females. When you raise the issue with your colleagues, they ignore it and carry on with their work. You suspect that the practice of female foeticide may be entrenched in the area as you had read about the issue in the context of this state while studying for the Civil Services Examination. It seems to you that respected members of the community like doctors, politicians and government officials have chosen to ignore the issue, given the prevalence of patriarchy and mind-set of voters in the area. Thus, despite rapid economic development, preference for male child continues to persist. Based on the information above, answer the following: (a) Do you have any ethical duty in this scenario? Justify your views. (b) What would be your next steps and why? (20 Marks)

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August 19, 2021
19th August 2021| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement(AWE)

GS Papers: Paper 1
Topics for Today’s questions:

GS-1 Effects of globalization on Indian society

GS-2 Parliament and State Legislatures—Structure, Functioning, Conduct of Business, Powers & Privileges and Issues Arising out of these.

GS-3 Science and Technology- Developments and their Applications and Effects in Everyday Life.

GS-4 Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Accountability and ethical governance; strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance; ethical issues in international relations and funding; corporate governance.

Questions:

Question 1)

Q.1 To what extent globalisation has influenced the core of cultural diversity in India? Explain. (15 Marks)

Question 2)

Q.2 How the decline in the functioning of India’s Parliament — and state assemblies as well — is closely linked to the lack of independence and impartiality of the Speaker? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Question 3)

Q.3 Discuss how Einstein’s theory of relativity revolutionised the field of physics? (10 Marks)

Question 4)

Q.4 Discipline generally implies following the order and subordination. However, it may be counter-productive for the organisation. Discuss. (10 Marks)

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August 18, 2021
18th August 2021| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement(AWE)

GS Papers: Paper 1
Topics for Today’s questions:

GS-1 Urbanization, their problems and their remedies

GS-2 Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests, Indian Diaspora.

GS-3 Issues related to Direct and Indirect Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices; Public Distribution System – Objectives, Functioning, Limitations, Revamping; Issues of Buffer Stocks and Food Security; Technology Missions; Economics of Animal-Rearing.

GS-4 Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Accountability and ethical governance; strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance; ethical issues in international relations and funding; corporate governance.

Questions:

Question 1)

Q.1 Spatial transformation of Indian cities requires new planning template. Discuss. (15 Marks)

Question 2)

Q.2 What are the implications of the return of the Taliban in Afghanistan for India? What should be India’s strategy in dealing with the Taliban rule Afghanistan? (10 Marks)

Question 3)

Q.3 Livestock is the major source of cash income for marginal farmers and is insurance in the event of crop failure. However, the lack of good quality feed and fodder impacts the productivity levels of cattle. In light of this, examine the significance of Sub-Mission on Fodder and Feed recently launched by the government. (10 Marks)

Question 4)

Q.4 “Max Weber said that it is not wise to apply to public administration the sort of moral and ethical norms we apply to matters of personal conscience. It is important to realize that the state bureaucracy might possess its own independent bureaucratic morality.” Critically analyse this statement. (10 Marks)

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August 17, 2021
17th August 2021| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement(AWE)

GS Papers: Paper 1
Topics for Today’s questions:

GS-1 Population and associated issues, poverty, and developmental issues

GS-2 Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests, Indian Diaspora.

GS-3 Achievements of Indians in Science & Technology; Indigenization of Technology and Developing New Technology.

GS-4 Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance

Questions:

Question 1)

Q.1 “Demographic Dividend in India will remain only theoretical unless our manpower becomes more educated, aware, skilled and creative.” What measures have been taken by the government to enhance the capacity of our population to be more productive and employable? (10 Marks)

Question 2)

Q.2 The constantly evolving international environment presented India not just with opportunities but numerous challenges. In light of this, examine how the global interactions shaped India after Independence. (10 Marks)

Question 3)

Q.3 How startup ecosystem can help India become a powerhouse of the global economy? What are the challenges and suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Question 4)

Q.4 What is meant by the term ‘constitutional morality’? How does one uphold constitutional morality? (10 Marks)

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August 16, 2021
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Questions for the Day:

Streak – Most Important Current Economic Edition for Prelims 2021 – Sukanya

Q1) Select the correct statement/s in context to National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP).

1. It includes economic as well as social infrastructure projects.

2. It aims to improve infrastructure project preparation and attract new investments both foreign and domestic.

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q2) Identify the correct statement/s in context to Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) Model.

1. Under this model, the cost is completely borne by the government.

2. The private sector’s participation is limited to the provision of engineering expertise.

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q3) Select the correct statement/s regarding Government Owned Contractor Operated (GOCO) model.

1. This model was recommended by the Shekatkar committee.

2. Under the model, the private companies will make investments on land, machinery and other support systems.

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q4) Which among the following subsides is/are considered to be part of Amber Box Subsidies under the Agreement on Agriculture (AoA)?

1. Minimum Support Price (MSP)

2. Income support through PM-KISAN(Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi)

3. Financial Support for Agricultural Universities to enhance R&D.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A. 1 only

B. 1 and 2 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. 1, 2 and 3

Q5) Which among the following agencies has recently published the “Digital Payments Index”?

A. National Payment Corporation of India (NPCI)

B. Reserve Bank of India

C. Ministry of Finance

D. Indian Banks Association

Streak – Most Important Economic Edition for Prelims 2021 -Santosh

Q1) Which of the following given below are the cost push factors of inflation?
1. Rise in population.
2. Black money.
3. Rise in income.
4. Excessive government expenditure.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A. 1, 2 and 3 only

B. 2, 3 and 4 only

C. 1, 2 and 4 only

D. None of the above

Q2) Which of the statements given below is/are correct?
1. Deflationary gap is a situation which arises when Aggregate demand in an economy exceeds the Aggregate supply at the full employment level.
2. Inflationary Gap is a situation which arises when Aggregate demand in the economy falls short of Aggregate Supply at the full employment level.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. 1 and 2 both

D. None of them

Q3) Which of the statements given below is/are correct?
1. Stagflation is a situation in which there is a high inflation rate along with a high rate of unemployment.
2. The Phillips curve highlights the directly proportional relationship between inflation and unemployment.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. 1 and 2 both

D. None of them

Q4) Consider the following statements
1. Contractionary Fiscal policy involves cutting taxes or raising government spending to reduce the inflationary pressures in the economy.
2. Expansionary Fiscal Policy is adopted during the period of boom.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. 1 and 2 both

D. None of them

Q5) Consider the following statements
1. Fiscal drag is a concept where inflation and earnings growth bring taxpayers out of the higher tax brackets.
2. Tax buoyancy is result of fiscal drag.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. 1 and 2 both

D. None of them

August 16, 2021
16th August 2021| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement(AWE)

GS Papers: Paper 1
Topics for Today’s questions:

GS-1 Role of women and women’s organization

GS-2 Parliament and State Legislatures—Structure, Functioning, Conduct of Business, Powers & Privileges and Issues Arising out of these.

GS-3 Science and Technology- Developments and their Applications and Effects in Everyday Life

GS-4 Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance

Questions:

Question 1)

Q.1 ‘Women’s movement in India has not addressed the issues of women of lower social strata.’ Substantiate your view. (15 Marks)

Question 2)

Q.2 What is the role of the Parliament in a democracy? In recent times, the Indian Parliament has come under criticism for abdicating its role in several ways. Is the criticism justified? (10 Marks)

Question 3)

Q.3 What is e-RUPI? How it can play an important role in transforming various government welfare schemes? (10 Marks)

Question 4)

Q.4 What are the basic principles of public life? Illustrate any three of these with suitable examples. (10 Marks)

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August 16, 2021
13th August 2021| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement(AWE)

GS Papers: Paper 1
Topics for Today’s questions:

GS-1 Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India

GS-2 Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability, E-governance- applications, models, successes, limitations, and potential; Citizens Charters, Transparency & Accountability and institutional and other measures.

GS-3 Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

GS-4 Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems; ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions

Questions:

Question 1)

Q.1 “Empowering women is the key to control the population growth.” Discuss. (10 Marks)

Question 2)

Q.2 Growing criminalisation has been a constant theme of Indian politics despite the efforts to curb it. What are the factors driving it? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Question 3)

Q.3 What are the objectives of inviting the private players to run the trains and why the Indian Railways failed to attract private players? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Question 4)

Q.4 What is meant by ‘crisis of conscience’? How does it manifest itself in the public domain? (10 Marks)

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August 13, 2021
12th August 2021| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement(AWE)

GS Papers: Paper 1
Topics for Today’s questions:

GS-1 Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India

GS-2 Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests.

GS-3 Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

GS-4 Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and world.

Questions:

Question 1)

Q.1 “Caste system is assuming new identities and associational forms. Hence, caste system cannot be eradicated in India”. Comment. (10 Marks)

Question 2)

Q.2 Quad has come a long way since its formation and over the years, the Quad’s diplomacy has waxed and waned. However, in the present context, China is deeply worried about the re-emergence and strengthening of the Quad. In light of this, examine the implications of Quad for India-China relations. (10 Marks)

Question 3)

Q.3 Despite many central government schemes, the financial position of discoms has not improved. What are the reasons for this? Suggest the way forward. (15 Marks)

Question 4)

Q.4 “Where there is righteousness in the heart, there is beauty in the character. When there is beauty in the character, there is harmony in the home. When there is harmony in the home, there is order in the nation. When there is order in the nation, there is peace in the world.” — A. P. J. Abdul Kalam. Analyse the quote from the ethical perspectives relevant to today’s contemporary world. (10 Marks)

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August 12, 2021
11th August 2021| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement(AWE)

GS Papers: Paper 1
Topics for Today’s questions:

GS-1 History of the world will include events from 18th century such as industrial revolution, world wars, redrawal of national boundaries, colonization, decolonization, political philosophies like communism, capitalism, socialism etc.- their forms and effect on the society.

GS-2 Structure, Organization and Functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary—Ministries and Departments of the Government; Pressure Groups and Formal/Informal Associations and their Role in the Polity.

GS-3 Effects of Liberalization on the Economy, Changes in Industrial Policy and their Effects on Industrial Growth.

GS-4 Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and world.

Questions:

Question 1)

Q.1 Explain how the foundations of the modern world were laid by the American and French revolutions. (15 Marks)

Question 2)

Q.2 ‘The collegium system for appointment of the judges is still the best, but it needs to weed out what is wrong in its actual working.’ In light of this, examine the issue with the collegium system and its implications for judiciary.(10 Marks)

Question 3)

Q.3 Going by past experiences, historic ruptures often generate and accelerate new global links that lay foundations for institutional changes, seeking enduring cooperation among nations. In light of this asses the challenges the global trade face in the post-Covid world. (10 Marks)

Question 4)

Q. 4 “In looking for people to hire, you look for three qualities: integrity, intelligence and energy. And if they do not have the first, the other two will kill you.” —Warren Buffet. What do you understand by this statement in the present-day scenario? Explain. (10 Marks)

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August 11, 2021
STREAK : POLITY TEST-I

Dear Aspirants,

I know you all are giving your best.

Your efforts to crack this exam made me feel proud and satisfied.

I’m counting on you.

As promised today, we are going to conduct a live test for the Indian Polity.

Syllabus for the test roughly covers chapter-1 to Chapter-29 from M. Laxmikant. The Test Details and joining info is given below.

Subject – Indian Polity

Syllabus – Roughly chapter 1 to 29 from M Laxmikant

Test Timings – 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Test Mode – Live on ZOOM CALL

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August 10, 2021
10th August 2021| Daily Answer Writing Enhancement(AWE)

GS Papers: Paper 1
Topics for Today’s questions:

GS-1 Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country

GS-2 Issues Relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.

GS-3 Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment.

GS-4 Emotional intelligence-concepts, and their utilities and application in administration and governance

Questions:

Question 1)

Q.1 Has the formation of linguistic states strengthened the cause of Indian unity? (10 Marks)

Question 2)

Q.2 What are the issues facing technical education in India? Suggest the measures to address these issues. (10 Marks)

Question 3)

Q.3 Plastic waste is one of the major sustainability challenges that impact societies. In light of this, assess the challenge posed by the issue of plastic waste in India and suggest the way forward to deal with the challenge. (15 Marks)

Question 4)

Q.4 “Emotional Intelligence is the ability to make your emotions work for you instead of against you.” Do you agree with this view? Discuss. (10 Marks)

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August 10, 2021
STREAK TEST-1

A dream does not become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination, and hard work.

Dear Aspirants,
We have covered almost 50% of Indian Polity and a MCQ based test is scheduled for tomorrow. The test will be conducted at 8 pm live. Keep a black ball pen and OMR sheet with you. Test will be uploaded to your portal.

Zoom link will also be shared with you.

So, let us look at Today’s activities.

The schedule for today was:

Center-State Relations, Inter-State Relations and Emergency provisions.

Prelims Questions to attempt:

Q1. Under the doctrine of Original Jurisdiction, the Supreme Court decides the disputes between different units of Indian Federation. Which of the following are covered under the said jurisdiction?

1. Dispute between the Centre and Union Territories

2. Dispute between the Centre and States

Select the correct answer using the code given below

A 1 only

B 2 only

C Both 1 and 2

D None of them

Q2. Which of the following statements are correct regarding 7^th schedule?
1.Where there is a conflict between the Concurrent List and the State List, it is the former that should prevail.
2.In case of a conflict between the Central law and the state law on a subject enumerated in the Concurrent List, the Central law prevails over the state law.
3.If the state law has been reserved for the consideration of the president and has received his assent, then the state law prevails in that state.

4. If a subject lies in none of the list of 7^th schedule, both Union and state are free to make laws over it.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

A 1, 2 and 3 only

B 2, 3 and 4only

C 1,3 and 4only

D All of them

Q3. The Parliament can make any law for whole or any part of India for implementing international treaties

(a) with the consent of all the States

(b) with the consent of the majority of States

(c) with the consent of the States concerned

(d) without the consent of any State

Q4. Consider the following statements with reference to Zonal Councils:

1. They were formed on the recommendation of Sarkaria Commission for better coordination between states.
2. Chief Ministers occupy the position of Vice Chairperson on rotation basis.

Which of the statements mentioned above is/are correct?

A 1 only

B 2 only

C Both 1 and 2

D Neither 1 nor 2

Q5. Which of the following statements regarding Inter-State Council is/are correct?

1. The Parliament defines the nature of duties to be performed by the Council.
2. It can deal with any controversy whether legal or non-legal.
3. Its function is advisory in nature.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

A 1 only

B 2 and 3 only

C 1 and 3 only

D 1, 2 and 3

Q6. With reference to Financial Emergency in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. Under Article 360 Parliament is empowered to proclaim a financial emergency when the financial stability or credit of India or any part of its territory is threatened
2. During Financial Emergency, the President may issue directions for the reduction of salaries and allowances the judges of Supreme Court while the Governor can do the same for judges of High Court.

Select the correct answer from the code given below:

A 1 only

B 2 only

C Both 1 and 2

D Neither 1 nor 2

Mains Questions to attempt:

Q: Discuss the meaning of “breakdown of constitutional machinery”. What are its effects? (10)

Q: What are the essentials of true federation? Analyze the nature of the Indian federation? (15)

Video Discussion of Mains Questions by Sukanya Ma’am

Video Discussion of Prelims Questions by Santosh Sir:

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August 9, 2021