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Citizens’ Charters make administration both accountable and citizen-friendly. However, over time, in a large number of offices, Citizens’ Charters have fallen into disuse. Suggest measures that can make these charters effective tools for bringing accountability in public service. (250 WORDS)

Mentors Comment: Briefly explain the concept of Citizens‘ Charters. Succinctly discuss their state of implementation and the reasons…

July 23, 2019
Compare and contrats East Asian Economic reforms with Indian Reforms? Will East Asian model suit India’s need. Discuss.

Answer: The recently-released Economic Survey 2018-19 has discussed many acute challenges faced by the Indian economy like the…

July 20, 2019
Why are floods so destructive in Assam? What are the solutions to overcome it?

Mentors Comments: In the intro, highlight the recent events in Assam where floods have created havoc and mention…

July 20, 2019
If evil or bad actions are the result of ignorance according to the virtue ethics, then why educated people get indulge in White Collar Crimes?

July 20, 2019
It is important to keep armed forces busy and well- mobilized to maintain them battle- ready, thus, their peace-time functions also have a strategic dimension. Elaborate.

Mentors Comment: The answer will discuss the role of army during peace time and its various dimensions. Army…

July 20, 2019
What was the Kihoto Hollohan case? How does it hold importance in the context of recent events?

Kihoto Hollohan case referred as the case where the constitution bench of the Supreme Court analyzed in detail…

July 19, 2019
India’s singular objective as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) should be to help build a stable and secure external environment. Discuss.

India has been in the UNSC for 14 years, representing roughly a fifth of the time the United Nations (UN)…

July 19, 2019
If evil or bad actions are the result of ignorance according to the virtue ethics, then why educated people get indulge in White Collar Crimes?

A virtue is generally agreed to be a character trait, such as a habitual action or settled sentiment.…

July 19, 2019
It is important to keep armed forces busy and well- mobilized to maintain them battle- ready, thus, their peace-time functions also have a strategic dimension. Elaborate.

Mentors Comment: The answer will discuss the role of army during peace time and its various dimensions. Army…

July 19, 2019
KUSUM aims to provide energy sufficiency and sustainable irrigation access to farmers. How far has it been successful in achieving its objectives? Critically analyse.

With a Budget allocation of Rs. 34,000 crore, and a similar contribution expected from the States, KUSUM aims…

July 18, 2019
How can an efficient public transport system achieve dual objective of lower carbon emission and healthy population? Analyse.

Congested streets and polluted air are common experiences in India’s metropolises, although the average Indian contributes only minuscule amounts…

July 18, 2019
You are professor as well as a social activist. There is an educated and well employed couple in your vicinity who often fight on their personal issues. One day they started fighting as usual, starting from arguments, turning loud, slamming doors and finally the male partner resorting to physical violence, the cry of wife and children started coming out. People come out, but do not dare to go to them citing that it is their personal matter, so any interference would be unethical and uncalled for. Answer the following questions based on the above case: (a) Would you agree to be a bystander on the advice of the people that it is a personal matter of the couple? Give reasons. (b) Suppose you go to the flat of the couple and enquire what is wrong but the male member insists that they be left on their own as it is their personal matter and you should mind your own business. What would be your reaction? (c) Can police help in curbing this social malady by using legal authority and provisions? (d) What is your moral and ethical locus standi on intervention of neighbours to stop the domestic violence?

(a) Would you agree to be a bystander on the advice of the people that it is a…

July 18, 2019
Recent Farmers’ agitations and suicide once gain highlight the discrepancies in inclusive development. In this reference, analyze the factors behind famer’s suicide with a reference to NCRB report. What steps are needed to break the vicious cycle?

The question is straightforward in its demand. In the intro, discuss the issue of agrarian distress and farmers’…

July 18, 2019
What is 5G technology? How will it revolutionise communication sector?

Mentors Comment: The question is in the backdrop of recent debates over the Huawei’s role in the 5G…

July 17, 2019
Reservation based on economic status violated constitutional Intention of reservation. Critically analyse.

Mentors Comments: In a few introductory lines define the new reservation policy for EWS that came into effect…

July 17, 2019
You are a no-nonsense police officer. There is a day light murder of a politician in your area. One of your senior police officer is close relative of that murdered politician. After much investigation, you come to know that Naxalites have killed him as he was involved in land grabbing cases in remote areas. Local people hated that politician. After few days you managed to arrest one naxalite who was involved in this case. He was involved in some other gruesome murder cases also. In an ambush more than 50 security personnel were also killed and his name was also surfaced in that case. Your senior officer is putting pressure on you to kill that criminal as often these type of cases take much time due to the lack of eyewitness, as they enjoy local support and also villagers have fear. Home Minister of your state also wants to do the same as it will send a message in the public about handling of law and order problem with iron hands. Thus send filler through one officer that ‘if you do the same, you will get the full support of the ruling party in future also’. Answer the following questions: (a) In the above case which ethical dilemmas will you face and why will you call it an ethical dilemma? (b) Will you follow the order of your senior officer and Home Minister? Evaluate your decision from the ethical and legal point of view. (c) Which factors will guide you in this case?

(a) In the above case which ethical dilemmas will you face and why will you call it ethical…

July 17, 2019
Socialism grew out of the endeavour to improve the miserable condition of the working classes and seek to establish socio-economic equality between man and man just as democracy seek to establish political equality.

Mentors Comment: In the intro discuss how industrial revolution as well as capitalism led to the worsening…

July 17, 2019
What is Model Tenancy Act? How will it impact Housing Sector in India? Discuss.

Mentors Comment: Give an intro on the status of current tenancy laws and introduce the model act in…

July 16, 2019
Urban centres are being crippled by the man made disasters. Discuss. What policy changes can be implemented to make Indian Cities overcome these structural constraints.

Mentors Comment: Mention some of the recent disasters like Chennai or Kerala floods which got aggravated due to…

July 16, 2019
Suppose you are called as the Chief Guest in an educational institution to address a gathering of youth on the issue of ‘cultural transition in India’. You confine your lecture mainly around one of the most apparent pointers of cultural transition taking place in the country, i.e. changing man-woman relationship with the latter being more open, forthcoming and assimilating. But the transition is marred by many sour and ugly events leading to sexual exploitation, honour killings and subjugation and defiance by male dominated office environment. After the lecture there is a question answer session. Answer the following questions that students and teachers posed in front of you: (a) Are women outrageous in their liberty with regard to dressing up, breaking the silence and asking their share in decision making? (b) What should be the “limits of openness” for women in a culturally transitioning India in an era of globalisation? (c) Is the institution of family responsible for the aberrant behavior of their male children regarding man-woman relationship? (d) What will you do as a Civil Servant to change the attitude of society with respect to women?

Answer: (a) Are women outrageous in their liberty with regard to dressing up, breaking silence and asking their…

July 16, 2019

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