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There is always a need for substantial scrutiny of bills by parliament committees. In the context of recent events of bypassing commitees, discuss their roles and suggest ways of strengthening them.(250 Words)

A robust lawmaking process requires thorough scrutiny by Parliament. But the worrying trend here is that in rush…

July 29, 2019
Answer the following questions based on the concept of conscience: (a) What is conscience? Explain the following quote with respect to that – “In matters of conscience, the law of the majority has no place”. (Mahatma Gandhi) and (b) How is conscience shaped by the education, law, and authority? What is the importance of conscience in decision-making?(250 Words)

(a) What is conscience? Explain the following quote with respect to that – “In matters of conscience, the…

July 29, 2019
The outbreak of the First World War in 1914 gave a new lease of life to the nationalist movement in India. Elucidate.(250 words)

Mentors Comment: Introduce by describing the impact of the First World War on the economic and political situation…

July 29, 2019
What were the circumstances that led to nationalization of banks in India in 1969. Critically analyse its impacts.

50 years ago, the Indian financial sector underwent a tectonic shift, when Indira Gandhi government nationalized the 14…

July 26, 2019
States are showing concerns regarding increasing encroachment by the Centre in fiscal Space. In this context suggest how can spirit of fiscal federalism be maintained.(250 words)

The Constitution of India has provided provisions which enable the Union and the States to work in coordination and to levy and collect…

July 26, 2019
Aristotelian and Buddhist ethics are alike formally: each advocates moderation”. Discuss.(250 Words)

Answer: According to Aristotle Happiness exits in the rational exercise of the soul’s faculties in conformity with the…

July 26, 2019
What are the salient features of temple architecture in the Himalayas? Explain with adequate examples in light of various elements that influenced this architectural style.(250 words)

Mentors Comments: Discuss the salient features of the temple architecture in the Himalayas. Giving examples, highlight the influences…

July 26, 2019
Answer the following questions: (a) Discuss few criterias used to define a trait as positive? (b) How does optimism work and what positive functions does it serve?(250 words)

(a) Traits are internal characteristics that define an individual. They influence the meanings we give to life events,…

July 25, 2019
Explain the concept of subordinate legislation in India. Also discuss the mechanisms for their scrutiny and control.(250 words)

Mentors Comment: Briefly explain subordinate legislation in India. Discuss the criticisms of subordinate legislation and the need of…

July 25, 2019
Efforts like the IndSpaceEx are important to determine the degree of the space security challenges India faces and to develop appropriate measures for effective deterrence. Analyse.(250 Words)

‘IndSpaceEx’, the exercise will basically involve all stakeholders from the military and scientific community taking part in it. The main…

July 25, 2019
Nagaland government’s move to compile a Register of Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland (RIIN) opens up new avenues for conflicts rather than possibilities. Discuss.(250 Words)

The Nagaland government has initiated a move to implement its own version of citizenship register, albeit only for indigenous communities…

July 25, 2019
Answer the following questions:. (a) How does the cultural relativism defines “good”? Which method does it follow for arriving at moral beliefs? (b)Why does cultural relativism supposedly make us more tolerant of other cultures and, critically examine the view that moral values are relative?(250 Words)

(a) Cultural Relativism is of the view that moral or ethical systems, which vary from culture to culture,…

July 25, 2019
Identify the regions being impacted by desertification in India. Bringing out the major reasons for it, analyse the effectiveness of steps taken to combat it.(250 Words)

Mentors Comments: Write a basic definition of desertification in introduction. Then try to bring out areas/regions being impacted…

July 25, 2019
What is National Register of Citizens(NRC)? Detail the circumstances that led to demand and conception of NRC.(250 words)

The NRC is the list of Indian citizens and was prepared in 1951, following the census of 1951. The…

July 24, 2019
Discuss the working mechanism of chandrayaan 2. What differentiates it from other moon missions?(250 words)

The Chandrayaan-2 mission is the latest lunar spacecraft sent to the moon by India’s national space agency, the…

July 24, 2019
One of the foundational value of public service is ‘Selfless Service’. But life is not so black and white. There are grey areas that pushes to compromise with situation to survive. In this context critically analyze and illustrate whether a civil servant can serve ‘selflessly’.(250 words)

Answer: “Selflessness” is characterized by low levels of self-centeredness and a low degree of importance given to the…

July 24, 2019
The mapping of ocean floor reveals complex and varied features, which rival the relief features on land. Discuss the reasons for the formation of main relief features of ocean along with their significance. (150 words)

Mentors Comment: Provide a brief introduction about oceanic and continental relief. Discuss the reasons for formation of various…

July 24, 2019
Agriculture Subsidies require a different form and approach. Critically Analyse. (250 Words)

For decades governments had been providing subsidies to supplement their income, manage the supply of agricultural commodities, and…

July 23, 2019
Q.2) What are parliamentary committees? How do they ensure legislature’s and executive’s efficiency and accountability? (250 Words)

It is a permanent and regular committee which is constituted from time to time according to the provisions…

July 23, 2019
Q.4) Discuss Mills concept of ‘harm principle’. Is it right not to interfere with what someone does if it does not harm other people? Is it also applicable in family system? (250 Words)

Answer: The harm principle states that the only actions that can be prevented are ones that create harm.…

July 23, 2019

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