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Is the idea of Doubling Farmer’s Income achievable in the near future? What are the roadblocks in the path? (250)

Mentors Comments: 1. Discuss the need for DFI in India – with a picture of farm crisis at…

August 5, 2019
Q.4) Do you think nation states owe a responsibility towards asylum seekers? What are the considerations that should, in your opinion, go into the making of a refugee policy? Provide arguments with contemporary examples. (250 Words)

India with its history, culture, traditions, is today an example of generosity in the way it has opened…

August 5, 2019
Q.1) Enumerate the issues associated with functioning of tribunals in India. How can these be addressed? (250 Words)

Mentors Comment: Give a brief introduction about Tribunals. Enumerate issues associated with functioning of tribunals. Mention solutions to…

August 5, 2019
While legislation is an important step to address mob violence, it is not an end. Critically analyze.

Mentors Comments: The question expects us to analyze the need, pros and cons, effectiveness and impact of an…

August 2, 2019
Though India and Africa are natural partners, the trade relationship remains a weak link. Comment. (250 Words)

Mentors Comments: The question wants us to dig deep into the issue discuss why Africa is important for…

August 2, 2019
What is Confucius famous for? Why his teachings are still relevant in the modern society? (250 Words)

Confucius expounded a system of social and political philosophy. The teachings of Confucius are focused on two interrelated…

August 2, 2019
The investment rate in India has gradually declined after a historic high in the mid 2000s. Examine the reasons behind this trend. Discuss the steps required to revive investment for a sustained growth. (250 Words)

Mentors Comments: Briefly write about the investment decline in India. Discuss the reasons behind the gradual decline of…

August 2, 2019
Answer the following questions based on the virtue ethics: (a) What is virtue ethics? Can knowledge be equated with virtue? (b) Give the argument supporting self-control as a master virtue? How the failed-control is evident in the ‘social sin’?

(a) What is virtue ethics? Can knowledge be equated with virtue? • A virtue is generally agreed to…

August 1, 2019
What is Joint Forest Management (JFM)? Highlight its potential in improving the livelihood of the forest dwellers and fringe forest communities.

Mentors Comments: Explain the term Joint Forest Management with respect to India. Through examples, highlight the significance of…

August 1, 2019
Do you think that PPP is the only way ahead for reviving Indian investments? While discussing the unique opportunities it offers, mention the challenges faced by PPP in India.

Mentors Comments: 1. Describe PPP briefly – either definition/ use case/ example based 2. Mention its benefits 3.…

August 1, 2019
What do you understand by Data Monetisation? What are the potential challenges posed by it? In your opinion, should governments monetise data?

Mentors Comments: 1. Define data monetisation – why it’s done and its benefits 2. Challenges posed by monetising…

August 1, 2019
Why are Afghanistan Peace Talks failing? Discuss the role India can play to maintain regional peace and securing its interests. (250 Words)

Since, the Afghan government withdrew its previous preconditions and the United States appointed a special representative Zalmay Khalilzad…

July 31, 2019
What are the different models of PPP? How has been India’s experience so far with PPP? What are the changes required to make it more efficient? (250 Words)

Public Private Partnership means an arrangement between a government/statutory entity/government owned entity on one side and a private…

July 31, 2019
What is Pacific Ocean Garbage Patch? Provide an account for the factors responsible for its development and location. Also, discuss its impacts and suggest measures for mitigation. (250 words)

Mentor Comment: In a few introductory lines explain what you understand by Great Pacific Garbage patch. Discuss…

July 31, 2019
Which should guide a police officer deciding to fire or not to fire on a protesting mob – ‘deontology or consequentialism’? Give reasons?(250 words)

A police officer is always in a dilemma during massive and uncontrolled protest of people on any sensitive…

July 31, 2019
What do you understand by fiscal deficit? Does strict adherence to fiscal deficit benefit economy in longer run? Critically analyse.(250 words)

Fiscal Deficit is the difference between the total income of the government (total taxes and non-debt capital receipts)…

July 30, 2019
What is the objective of international Charter “Space and Major Disasters”? How is space technology revolutionising disaster management?(250 words)

The International Charter "Space and Major Disasters" is a non-binding charter which provides for the charitable and humanitarian re-tasked acquisition of and transmission of space satellite data to…

July 30, 2019
How does epistemology help a judge in the court of justice in making judgments in case of social and religious beliefs (jallikattu or triple talaq)? Explain role of epistemology in administrative decisions through an example?(250 words)

Epistemology studies the nature of knowledge, justification, and the rationality of belief. • Much of the debate in…

July 30, 2019
The bureaucracy in India is facing a number of serious challenges from diminishing human capital to political interference that, if left unaddressed, will lead to further institutional decline. Discuss. How can these challenges be addressed? (250 WORDS)

Mentors Comment: State the challenges that the bureaucracy in India faces. Mention the consequences if these challenges remain…

July 30, 2019
There is an urgent need for undertaking reforms in the spirit of the Kargil review committee to prepare for the challenges for the future. Discuss.(250 Words)

The Indian armed forces has remained at the forefront of providing internal security, supporting humanitarian missions in India…

July 29, 2019

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