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Q.1 Tribal art has a huge potential for acting as an economic resource and a tool for socio-economic transformation of tribals in India. Elucidate. Also highlight the challenges in this context. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce by giving a brief overview about tribal art. Discuss how tribal art can act as…

February 24, 2022
Q.4 The right to information (RTI) and the right to privacy (RTP) complement each other in holding the government accountable to the people, however, in cases of conflict, they can be reconciled keeping public interest in mind. Discuss. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly introduce the right to information and the right to privacy. Discuss how they complement each…

February 23, 2022
Q.3 Where does India stands in terms of spending on R&D? Why spending on R&D is important? Suggest the measures to increase it. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/unesco-stats-on-global-expenditure-on-r-d-7775626/ In the intro, mention India’s low spending on GDP. In the body mention importance of…

February 23, 2022
Q.2 What makes Myanmar significant for India? What should be India’s approach towards the situation in Myanmar? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/myanmar-military-tookover-government-a-year-ago-7775644/ In the intro, mention coup by the military in Myanmar. In the body, mention India’s…

February 23, 2022
Q.1 Cave paintings in India have a long tradition with both religious as well as secular attributes. Elucidate. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Giving a brief introduction about the cave paintings. With the help of examples, elucidate how cave…

February 23, 2022
Q.4 Even though the state actors who make rules and implement them have an important role to play in the fight against corruption, the battle is not likely to succeed without the active efforts of various segments of society. Discuss. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly explain corruption and its impact. Highlight the role of state actors in curbing corruption. Discuss…

February 22, 2022
Q.3 Corporate governance in India suffers from several structural issues. In the context of this, examine the issues with the selections process of the board members and suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/a-red-pen-moment-for-corporate-governance/article65071168.ece In the intro, mention the recent NSE affair. In the body, mention issues with the…

February 22, 2022
Q.2 “As diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the crisis in Ukraine continue, the time has come for Delhi to devote greater attention to Central Europe. It must come to terms with its growing strategic significance.” Discuss. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/india-russia-ukraine-vladimir-putin-joe-biden-emmanuel-macron-7784498/ In the intro, mention the Ukraine-Russia crisis. In the body, mention India’s diplomatic balancing act…

February 22, 2022
Q.1 Despite the Peninsular India being a stable land mass and a region of slight seismicity, it has witnessed several earthquakes. Discuss with examples. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Provide facts/reasons to justify the statement in question. Explain various factors believed to be the reason…

February 22, 2022
Q.4 Analyze the significance of appointing ethics officers in the light of strengthening corporate governance in India. (10 Marks) .

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly define the role of ethics officer. Mention the significance of the ethics officers with relevant…

February 21, 2022
Q.3 Electricity prices vary not just among end-users, but also between states due to the complex patchwork of different taxes and subsidy regimes. What are the implications of this for unequal development among the states? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/on-an-equal-footing/article65068161.ece In the intro, mention the disparity of income among the states. In the body mention…

February 21, 2022
Q.2 France, which had sought strategic autonomy within the framework of its alliance with the US, and India, which has valued independent foreign policy, are natural partners in building the new coalitions for an uncertain era. Comment. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/the-significance-of-eu-india-partnership-in-the-indo-pacific-france-7782871/ In the intro, mention strategic partnership between the two countries from 1998 which is emblematic…

February 21, 2022
Q.1 In context of the significance of the Himalayan mountain system for South Asia, explain the factors responsible for melting of glaciers and its impact on the region. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce the answer by writing about significance of the Himalayas for South Asia. Bring out the…

February 21, 2022
Q.4 In India, there exists a huge gap between demand for organ transplants and available donors, both living and cadaver. Besides a lack of awareness on organ donation, the rise of non- communicable and lifestyle diseases, such as hypertension and diabetes have led to increased instances of organ failure, in turn putting even more pressure on the demand for vital organs. According to reports, an estimated four lakh people die in India every year waiting for an organ transplant. Other than the legal and administrative issues, there are various ethical issues related to organ donation and transplantation in India. Provide an account of these ethical issues in detail. Also, discuss how the gap between demand and supply of organs in India can be closed. (20 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Give a brief overview of organ donation and transplantation in India. Discuss the various ethical issues…

February 18, 2022
Q.3 What are the reasons for India terminating bilateral investment treaties? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/foreign-trade/is-india-recalibrating-its-approach-towards-fta-negotiations/articleshow/87599925.cms?from=mdr In the intro, mention the recent signing of FTA with UAE. In the body, mention…

February 18, 2022
Q.2 India and United Arab Emirates (UAE) enjoy strong bonds of friendship which are founded on millennia-old cultural, religious and economic intercourse between the two regions. In the context of this, elaborate on the significance of the relationship for India. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/etching-a-trade-line-to-bond-beyond-oil/article65059117.ece In the intro, mention the emergence of the UAE as an important economic hub. In…

February 18, 2022
Q.1 Discuss the problems and prospects of the cotton textile industry in India. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Give a brief account of the cotton textile industry in India. Discuss the problems being faced…

February 18, 2022
Q.4 Ethics does its work in the world by granting and withdrawing legitimacy. Discuss in the context of role of ethics in international relations. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Give a brief introduction on ethics in international relations. Explain with relevant examples how ethics does…

February 17, 2022
Q.3 What is DeFi (Decentralised Finance)? What are the implications of levying high tax on gains made from the transfer of cryptocurrencies and NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens)? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/after-the-budgets-crypto-signal-india-awaits-reforms/article65055762.ece In the intro, mention 30% flat tax rate on gains from crypto and NFTs. In…

February 17, 2022
Q.2 Politicians and economists have a love-hate relationship; they can’t do without each other. In the context of this examine the issues with policymaking in India and why the role of the domain expert is important in policymaking today. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/political-input-in-policy-making-for-india-7777204/ In the intro, mention the emphasis on policy continuity in the budget this year. In…

February 17, 2022

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