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Q.4) You are a Secretary in a government department. The Minister in-charge has proposed an unemployment grant, which is expected to cost the public exchequer heavily. Having already taken the decision, he asks you to come up with research to support the scheme. Despite your best efforts, you fail to find socio-economic benefit in it. You approach the Minister with relevant facts and studies and ask him to reconsider his decision. Instead, he asks you to suppress the negative impacts and actively promote the scheme through mass media as the perceived social impacts are more important than economic impacts. Elections are due in a short time and the political party currently in power is seeking power for another term. You are also due for promotion at the same time. You are expected to fully cooperate in the situation and make the scheme a success, however flawed its foundations may be. (a) List the different stakeholders in the above situation and mention their prospective interests. (b) Discuss the ethical dilemma which you face in this situation. (c) what are the options you have to handle the situation ? Evaluate all of them and suggest the best course of action, giving reasons for it. (20 marks)

June 25, 2021
Q.1) Though Secularism as a concept has Western origin but Indian Secularism is much more than the religion-state separation. Explain (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Introduction Define Secularism. Body Briefly talk about the origin and nature of western Secularism. In Second…

June 25, 2021
Q.4) “A clear and Innocent Conscience fears nothing”. Illustrate with suitable Examples(10 marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Introduction – define conscience with example. Body – give arguments to support how doing action in…

June 24, 2021
Q.3) The government, as one of the biggest borrowers, stands to benefit from rising inflation as high inflation will lower the national debt load in relation to the size of the economy. In light of this, explain the implications of rising inflation for the government as a borrower and other stakeholders. (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/its-time-for-rbi-to-turn-its-attention-to-inflation-7372814/ In the intro, mention the worrying level of CPI inflation above RBI’s upper limit of…

June 24, 2021
Q.2) The term ‘Centre’ is conspicuous by its absence in our Constitution. What such absence signifies for the federal polity of India? ( 10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” In the intro, mention the recent decision by the Tamil Nadu government to stop the use…

June 24, 2021
Q1. “Urbanisation in India is hidden and messy”. Comments (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Introduction – define urbanization. Body – Explain how urbanization is hidden in India – official figure…

June 24, 2021
Q.4) “A business that makes nothing but money is a poor kind of Business” Henry Ford. In the light of above statement highlight the importance of ethical governance in private organisations. (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Introduction – define ethical governance Body – Explain what are constituents of governance in private organisation.…

June 23, 2021
Q.3) In the aftermath of Covid-19 pandemic, the time is ripe for a new capitalism, which need not abandon the profit motive, but must place alongside it a commitment to sustainability, communities and giving back. In light of this, explain the approach that could be adopted by the corporates. (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/can-there-be-a-post-covid-capitalism-7369650/ In the intro, mention that the pandemic has underscored the fragility of human life and…

June 23, 2021
Q.2) What is the objective of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (UAPA) in its amended form? What are the issues with some of its provisions? Suggest the ways to deal with the issues. (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/why-recent-judgments-in-uapa-cases-represent-limited-victory-7369546/ In the intro, mention the recent cases involving UAPA in various courts across the country.…

June 23, 2021
Q.1) “Goals of Poverty eradication and national development can not be realized without active and empowered women” comment (15 marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Introduction Highlight the status of poverty in India with the help of facts and point out…

June 23, 2021
Q.1) Various socio-economic problems of India are associated with the high population. However there is a change of perception about India’s population which now seen as a opportunity then a burden. Comment. (15 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Introduction – write some facts about India’s population. Body – write about problem of high population.…

June 22, 2021
Q.4) Truth does not emerge by itself. It is only through a conflict of opposing views that truth emerges. In the light of above statement give the views of John Stuart mill on freedom of expression with reference to Indian democracy.(10 marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Introduction Write what you mean by freedom of expression. Body Write about J.S. mill’s view on…

June 22, 2021
Q.3) Rice and sugar form the major part of India’s agri-export basket. However, there are concerns over their export sustainability. What are the reasons for concerns and suggest the measure to deal with these concerns? (10 marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/how-green-are-indias-agri-exports-7368002/ In the intro, mention that India’s agri-export touched $41.8 billion in FY 2020-21 registering a…

June 22, 2021
Q.2) Notwithstanding the cataclysmic changes in the global and regional politico-security environment, India has been able to maintain amicable ties with Russia. Yet, recent events point to divergent perspectives of the two countries. Comment. (10 marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/the-comrades-and-their-divergent-perspectives/article34874054.ece In the intro, mention, the time-tested nature of Indo-Russia ties. In the body, describe the…

June 22, 2021
Q.4) It is very important to understand that emotional intelligence is not the opposite of Intelligence, it is not the triumph of heart over head, it is unique intersection of both. illustrate with examples. (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Introduction – define emotional intelligence. Body – Explain what is intelligence and emotions. Explain how emotional…

June 21, 2021
Q.3)Despite several efforts by the Centre to improve the efficiency, Discoms continue to perform dismally requiring frequent financial aids. What are the factors responsible for this? Suggest the way forward. (10 marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/cash-strapped-power-distribution-companies-need-radical-intervention-not-another-financial-aid-package-7365477/ In the intro, mention the liquidity facility for Discoms announced by the Centre in the…

June 21, 2021
Q.2) In dealing with the health crisis the Union Government and the State governments are better placed for certain roles. In light of this, examine the important role of the States in dealing with the Covid pandemic and how the Union government can complement it. (15 marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/centre-must-make-way-for-states-in-covid-fight-7368026/ In the intro, mention the difference in the ways India dealt with the second Covid…

June 21, 2021
Q.1) The issues of Women and Women Empowerment remained central to various social, political and economic movements. In the light of above statement evaluate the role of women’s movement in addressing the issue of Women in India. (15 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Introduction – start with some fact summarising women’s present socio-economic conditions. Body – Briefly points out…

June 21, 2021
Q.3) The new Information Technology Rules 2021 attempts to bring in regulatory standards to social media. However, regulation of social media leads to several issues. What are these issues and what should be the extent of regulation of social media? (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/social-media-new-it-rules-twitter-facebook-instagram-7363947/ In the intro, mention the important role played by social media in this age of…

June 18, 2021
Q.2) Beliefs, priorities, traditions and aversions to behavioural change are more similar across South Asia than we admit. In lights of this, discuss the significance of cooperation among the South Asian countries in dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic. (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/countries-in-south-asia-must-learn-from-each-other-in-fight-against-covid-7362383/ In the intro, mention the shared history, geography and culture among the South Asian neighbours.…

June 18, 2021

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