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Q.2 India needs to identify the priority areas to further its techno-diplomacy amidst the complexities of expanding digital space and New and Emerging Strategic Technologies. Discuss. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/prime-minister-narendra-modi-addresses-second-united-nations-world-geospatial-information-congress/article65995867.ece Introduce the answer with a brief definition of techno-diplomacy and discuss its need. State the…

October 17, 2022
Q.3 ‘Plant-based’ meat is slowly gaining popularity even outside the developed countries. What do you understand by plant-based meat? What are its advantages? What are the concerns associated? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-economics/what-is-meat-from-plants-and-is-just-like-meat-vegetarian-8212789/#:~:text=%E2%80%9CPlant%2Dbased%E2%80%9D%20refers%20to,fries%20with%20the%20same%20prefix. In introduction, explain what is ‘plant-based’ meat. You can also talk about its increasing popularity.…

October 17, 2022
Q.1 Explore and evaluate the impact of ‘Work from Home’ on family relationships. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- In the introduction, talk about Covid19, lockdowns and the emergence of Work From Home culture. In…

October 17, 2022
Q.4 The Indian education system suffers from many ills. One of the major issues is the focus on ‘‘rote learning’, which has been the staple of the Indian education system for many years. While many Indians have attained success despite this system, simply being able to recall information is not enough in today’s world when that information is instantly available to anyone on a mobile phone. A survey of 200 Indian and foreign companies found that only 14% of Indian graduates were prepared for the workforce, largely because most graduates were unable to apply their knowledge to solve real-world problems. In this context, answer the following questions: (a) What are the consequences of ‘rote learning’ on the educational development of young students in the country? (b) Suggest measures that can be taken to address this issue. (20 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Give a brief overview of the case. Highlight the consequences of ‘rote learning’ on the educational…

October 14, 2022
Q.3 Examine the challenges related to livestock sector in India in light of the recent lumpy skin disease outbreak. What should be the way forward? (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.hindustantimes.com/opinion/refocusing-our-lens-to-view-wildlife-health-holistically-101664890913943.html https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/editorials/lumpy-skin-disease-is-not-a-normal-viral-outbreak-a-coordinated-effort-is-needed-8135095/ In the introduction, talking about the outbreak of lumpy skin disease among livestock in…

October 14, 2022
Q.2 In light of the prominence that the Indo-Pacific has gained in the recent years, examine how India can enhance its presence in the region. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.hindustantimes.com/opinion/drafting-a-robust-security-strategy-for-indopacific-101665153121857.html In introduction, stress the importance that Indo-Pacific region has gained in recent times. In the…

October 14, 2022
Q.1 Structural shortcomings as well as the lack of will of countries at its core to act on its principles were the reasons behind the failure of the League of Nations. Discuss. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly, introduce the League of Nations. Highlight the structural shortcomings of the League of Nations. Provide…

October 14, 2022
Q.3 What is a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)? What are its advantages and what are the concerns associated? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-economics/pilot-launch-of-e-rupee-for-specific-use-cases-what-is-the-rbis-plan-8198117/ Explain what CBDC is with few examples. You can link it with RBI’s pilot launch…

October 13, 2022
Q.4 “All persons ought to endeavour to follow what is right, and not what is established.” ― Aristotle. What does this quote mean to you?

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly write the context of the given quotation. Discuss the need to follow what is right,…

October 13, 2022
Q.2 Promulgating ordinances in large numbers is not a healthy sign for a Parliamentary democracy. In this context discuss how ordinances often undermine the sovereignty of the legislature. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Write an introduction about the importance of ordinance. Discuss why promulgating ordinances in large numbers is…

October 13, 2022
Q.1 Examine the various factors leading to the Indo-China war of 1962. What was the significance of the war for India? (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly provide the context for the Indo-China war of 1962. Elaborate various factors leading up to…

October 13, 2022
Q.4 What do you understand by ‘civic virtue’ in public life? What are the challenges in practicing it in today’s time? How can these challenges be overcome? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Define the civic virtue and discuss different dimensions of civic virtue. Discuss the challenges faced by…

October 12, 2022
Q.3 What are critical minerals? What are the challenges involved for India in securing such minerals? Suggest some steps to secure the mineral supply. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/building-resilient-mineral-supply-chains/article65992665.ece In introduction, define critical minerals along with some examples. In the body, briefly explain the…

October 12, 2022
Q.2 Highlighting the options available to the governor of a state when a bill reaches him/her from the assembly, examine whether the state government can challenge the decision made by the governor. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/gubernatorial-procrastination-is-unreasonable/article65972785.ece In the introduction, briefly talk about the position of governor vis-à-vis state assembly. In the…

October 12, 2022
Q.1 It is sometimes argued that the national movement failed to nurture national identity as primary identity which resulted in partition. Examine the reasons behind the parallel development of nationalism and communalism during the course of the movement. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce your answer with an explanation of key words: nationalism and communalism. In the main body,…

October 12, 2022
Q.4 Ethical foundations are as much responsible for good governance as the rule of law. Discuss why ethics is important for good governance and upholding the rule of law. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce your answer by explaining what good governance and rule of law are. Then for the…

October 11, 2022
Q.3 The recently launched National Logistics Policy truly has the potential to be a game-changer in India’s infrastructure transformation. Discuss. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/getting-it-right-in-five-ways/articleshow/94744731.cms In the introduction, mention about the launch of National Logistics Policy and some of its…

October 11, 2022
Q.2 Despite being lauded for its patient centric approach, the implementation of the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017, remains sluggish and mired with various issues. Discuss. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/health/world-mental-health-day-experts-underline-need-for-more-psychiatrists-early-identification/article65988890.ece Give a brief overview of the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017. Highlight how it ensures a…

October 11, 2022
Q.1 Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Mahatma Gandhi were two of the stalwarts of the Indian National Movement. Do you think that Gandhian politics was, in a sense, the continuation of Tilak’s politics? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly mention Gandhi and Tilak as important contributors to the national movement. Explain how Gandhian politics…

October 11, 2022
Q.4 Citizens’ Charter can bring about a transformation only if it is appropriately designed and effectively executed. Discuss. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Give a brief introduction about the Citizens’ Charter along with its objective. Mention the issues pertaining…

October 10, 2022

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