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Institutionalization of social audit for major welfare schemes is the need of the hour as large part of the government’s budget is spent on them. What are the benefits of social audit? Citing relevant examples bring out the loopholes in its implementation. Also, suggest some measures for its improvement. (150 W)

Mentor’s Comment: The question seems to be straight and forward and desires us to show benefits of social…

February 5, 2019
Vulnerability towards women and children become even worse at the time of disaster particularly natural disaster where they suffer most. Assess the reason behind such phenomenon and suggest steps needed to address this issue concerning the recommendation of 2nd ARC. (200 W)

Mentor’s Comment: There is some information hidden in the first line of the question i.e. the women and…

February 5, 2019
What do you understand by aptitude? What kind of aptitude is considered important for civil services? What measures have you taken to make yourself fit for being a civil servant? (150 W)

Mentor’s Comment: Introduction should mention the definition of aptitude and some types of it. The main body should…

February 4, 2019
As the world is moving away from traditional military hardware to high tech innovations, India should be prepared more than sufficient to secure its sovereignty. Analyze in the context of recent decision to set up ‘Defence Cyber Agency’, ‘Defence Space Agency’ and the ‘Special Operations Division’. (250 W)

Source: https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-heading-towards-strategic-instability/

February 4, 2019
Sharia Courts are an alternative dispute redressal mechanism that responds to the decline of the civil justice system, and addresses the needs of the poor. Critically discuss. (200 W)

Mentor’s Comment: The question has been asked in the context of AIMPLB’s recent decision of establishing Sharia courts…

February 4, 2019
How do global pressure belt explain the formation of climatic regions across the globe? (200 W)

Mentor’s Comment: Here we need to establish the link between global pressure belts (determines wind belts) and different…

February 4, 2019
Ethics Case Study: Caste occupies distinct position in moulding the voting behaviour in India and this happens in spite of the adoption of several provisions which prohibits discrimination on the basis of caste. The political parties in India formulate their policies and election strategies always keeping in mind the caste factor. Even the candidates are selected keeping the caste factor in mind. Election campaigns are made in such a way that it makes the voters to feel their respective caste identities. How does caste determine political attitude and voting behavior of people? Do you think even after so many years of independence India has failed to segregate caste from politics? Critically comment. (150 W)

Mentor’s Comment: Read the following blog before attempting answer: https://www.civilsdaily.com/general-guidelines-to-solve-ethics-case-studies-for-ias-mains/

February 2, 2019
Do you think that farm size and productivity has an inverse relationship as assumed by our small and marginal farmers? Explain why? What are the important determinants/factors that can help increase farmers’ income? (200 W)

Source: https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-for-the-farmer-things-to-do/ Model Answer: Farm size can be assessed in many ways such as by mapping land…

February 2, 2019
Budget making in India is the sole prerogative of the Ministry of Finance. However, diverse opinions go into the process leading up to the presentation of Annual Budget. Provide a succinct illustration of the role of pressure groups in the budget making process of India. (150 W)

Mentor’s Comment: The question pertains to the consultative process leading up to the finalization and presentation of annual…

February 2, 2019
Analyze how changes in latitude and altitude lead to variation in temperature and vegetation? (150 W)

Mentor’s Comment: The question is very basic and it would be better to draw some diagram to clear…

February 2, 2019
Ethics Case Study: You are living with one of your friend who is known to you since childhood. Your friend is actively involved in political debates, while you don’t have that much interest in politics. One day, he starts discussing with you on some topic but you continue to do your work without taking any interest in the discussion. He gets angry and starts telling you that youth being silent on important issues is the biggest worry for nation. He accuses you of being unpatriotic and anti-national. What is your opinion on your friend’s view? Critically comment. Do you think nationalism should be judged on objective factors like taking part in debates and speaking for national issues? (150 W)

Model Answer: The differing views between two people which contradict to one another are common and the solution…

February 1, 2019
There has been a significant change in defence planning structure in India. In the context of this explain about the features of recently established “Defence Planning Committee” and analyse how it can help in credible defence preparedness? (200 W)

Source: https://www.livemint.com/Opinion/YXsvzqyHhK6IoFqAK7MntO/Reforming-defence-planning-in-India.html Mentor’s Comment: Define the Defence Planning Committee and briefly explain about its context. It is to…

February 1, 2019
Critically examine the key features of the Draft Personal Data Protection Bill 2018?

Mentor’s Comment: The bill is submitted by the Justice B N Srikrishna headed panel which has suggested measures…

February 1, 2019
How did the railways contribute to the growth of Indian Nationalism? (250 W)

Mentors Comment: In order to answer this question, mix the negatives of Railways under British government and subsequent…

February 1, 2019
How Emotional Intelligence helps a civil servant to bounce back from setbacks? Suppose inspite of best of precautions you fail to provide necessary articles to flood victims, and your whole team is demoralized, how you will be able to overcome the situation? (150 W)

Mentor’s Comment: Mention what is emotional intelligence, and its tenets. Further mention how it helps civil servant to…

January 31, 2019
Biofuels in India are of strategic importance as it augers well with the ongoing initiatives of the Government such as Make in India, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Skill Development. In the light of the above statement critically examine the key features of the National policy on biofuels 2018?

Mentor’s Comment: The question has been asked in the context of recently notified National Policy on Biofuels –…

January 31, 2019
A dead SAARC must be revived to decide the fate of Afghanistan after US troop withdrawal. Analyze. (200 W)

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/after-us-leaves-kabul-america-pakistan-afghan-taliban-5555558/

January 31, 2019
What are the factors which contributed to the rise of extremism or militant nationalism in India? Despite their heroic efforts, why did they failed to have significant impact on the Indian national movement? (250 W)

Mentor’s Comment: Explain about the militant nationalism which became a predominant philosophy of Indian nationalism. Introduction should talk…

January 31, 2019
“A leader must have vision and passion and not be afraid of any problem. Instead, he should know how to defeat it. Most importantly, he must work with integrity.” Explain the meaning of this statement in contemporary context? (150 W)

January 30, 2019
What is G20? What are its aims and aspirations? What are the organizational challenges associated with it? Discuss India’s role and challenges in harnessing full potential of G20. (250 W)

Source: https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-india-must-build-the-capacity-to-make-its-g20-presidency-in-the-future-a-success/

January 30, 2019

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