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Q.2 As post-Brexit Britain looks for solid international partners to retain its position at the top of the global order, stronger ties with India have become a major political priority for London. In the context of this, assess the areas in which two countries can enhance their cooperation. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/india-uk-ties-technology-7671433/ In the intro, mention the time tested relations between the two countries with shared past.…

December 15, 2021
Q.1 The ‘Quit India Movement’, more than anything united the Indian people against British rule. Discuss. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- In the introduction, explain about the Quit India movement in brief. Mention the causes of the…

December 15, 2021
Q.4 “Persuasion makes society work smoothly while physical coercion grinds it to a halt”. Giving examples, compare the effectiveness of persuasion as an influence tactic vis-a-vis coercion in bringing change in society. In what ways pers uasion can be used by civil servants to remove social evils existing in society? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- In brief define persuasion and coercion. Citing examples examine the conditions under which persuasion proves to…

December 14, 2021
Q.3 The bill for the regulation of cryptocurrencies must meet many important objectives. The universe of cryptocurrency overlaps with many domains. In light of this, examine the impact cryptocurrencies will have on various domains and suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/why-crypto-currency-legislations-needs-consideration-7669471/ In the intro, mention the introduction of the bill for the regulation of cryptocurrencies. In…

December 14, 2021
Q.2 As the judiciary is one of the pillars of democracy, and the Constitution entrusts judges with the task of protecting the constitutional rights of the people, the consumer of justice has every right, and would be fully justified in critically examining, and commenting upon each and every word of the judges spoken or written, howsoever unpalatable it may be. Comment. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/judges-cannot-be-shielded-from-citizens-questions-7669480/ In the intro, mention the comment by the CJI about the attack on judges. In…

December 14, 2021
Q.1 Explain how the nature of Indian economy was shaped by colonial interests of the British.(10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly, write about the colonial interest of the British rule in India. Provide arguments to highlight…

December 14, 2021
Q.4 “Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value.” – Albert Einstein. What does this quote mean to you? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly explain the context of the quote. Explain your understanding about the quote with the help…

December 13, 2021
Q.3 Examine the purpose of the Minimum Support Price declared by the government for crops and the implications of providing legal backing to it? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/farmers-protest-minimum-support-price-7666818/ In the intro, mention the recent repeal of the farm laws by the government and…

December 13, 2021
Q.2 What are the provisions for the suspension of the Rajya Sabha member for creating disorder in the House? What are the concerns with suspending the member for the entire session? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/suspension-of-12-mps-for-winter-session-worrying-7664845/ In the intro, mention the suspension of Rajya Sabha MPs for disorderly behaviour in the…

December 13, 2021
Q.1 Comment on the significance of the Sangam literature as a source for understanding the history of that period. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce by explaining the meaning of Sangam literature. Discuss in brief how Sangam literature is significant…

December 13, 2021
Q.4 How the interests of private sphere and public sphere become conflictual? What should be done in the event of such conflict? Explain. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce by stating broad goals of private and public sphere. In the body, mention reasons of…

December 10, 2021
Q.3 What changes were made by the RBI in its monetary policy in the wake of Covid? Examine the steps taken by the RBI towards policy normalisation without causing disruption. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/rbi-must-tackle-surplus-liquidity-7663127/ In the intro, mention move towards policy normalisation by the Central banks, as global economies…

December 10, 2021
Q.2 What are the issues with the provisions of Armed Forces Special Powers Act? Do you agree with the view that repealing it would strengthen the Constitution? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/repealing-afspa-will-not-weaken-only-strengthen-constitution-7663144/ In the intro, mention recent kiling of civilians in Nagaland in a security operation. In…

December 10, 2021
Q.1 Ocean deoxygenation is one of the most detrimental, yet under-reported side-effects of human- induced climate change. Identify the causes behind it. Also, mention its socio-economic and environmental implications for the world. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Define the term ocean deoxygenation. List the causes of ocean deoxygenation such as climate change, eutrophication,phosphorous…

December 10, 2021
Q.4 What is the present perception of public administration in the view of the general public? How can we reconcile “public” and “administration”? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- In the introduction first define what is meant by public administration. In the main body, write…

December 9, 2021
Q.3 Stubble burning by farmers of the adjacent states contributes significantly to the air pollution in Delhi. In this context, examine the initiatives taken by the government to deal with the problem and suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/to-check-stubble-burning-monitor-policy-implementation-7661478/ In the intro, mention the issue of air quality faced by Delhi in winter. In…

December 9, 2021
Q.2 What are the implications of the low public spending on health in India? The National Health Accounts (NHA) report for 2017-18 shows that total public spending on health as a percentage of GDP has increased. In this context, examine the issues with the findings of increased spending in the report. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/health-account-numbers-that-require-closer-scrutiny/article37889514.ece In the intro, mention the low public spending as a percentage of GDP in India.…

December 9, 2021
Q.1 What are footloose industries? Identify the factors that influence their location with examples. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Explain footloose industries in the introduction along with their characteristics. Mention the factors influencing their location.…

December 9, 2021
Q.4 Big firms often undertake sub-contracting to complete large infrastructure projects in a timely manner. You recently joined one such firm as a manager responsible for awarding these contracts. Looking at the past records, you find that all contracts for the past few years have been awarded to a particular firm, X. Your superior has asked you to award an upcoming contract to the same firm. Although, not binding, company procedure maintains that sub-contracting work should be offered after competitive bids. This is to ensure that the firm most suitable for the project in terms of operations and finance gets the contract. When you discuss this with your superior, he insists that hiring of the firm X has been done as per legal norms of the company and no official rule has been violated. You decide to contact the owner of the firm X. After doing so, you realize that he is the nephew of your superior, who is also a shareholder in the company. (a) State the ethical issues involved in the case. (b) Does this form of transaction between two private parties constitute a conflict of interest? Justify. (c) Evaluate the possible ways of awarding contracts in such a situation with their merits and demerits. Also state which method would be more suitable in each situation. (20 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- State some of the ethical issues in the case. Evaluate if a situation of interest is…

December 8, 2021
Q. 3 What are the lessons offered by the issues faced in the regulation of cryptocurrency for the regulator and the government in India. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.livemint.com/v/s/www.livemint.com/opinion/columns/crypto-lessons-make-a-case-for-principles-led-rbi-rules/amp-11638723937908.html?usqp=mq331AQKKAFQArABIIACAw%3D%3D&amp_js_v=0.1 In the intro mention the proposed act for the regulation of cryptocurrencies in India. In…

December 8, 2021

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