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A state has been struck with floods and there is immense anger and frustration among people regarding delay in flood relief measures. A reason for the anger is that immediate relief is directed towards localities where the local MLA and MP (belonging to the ruling party) reside. There have been incidents where people have physically attacked the relief personnel. It is winter and there is threat of adverse weather in the coming week. You have been brought in as the new District collector as the previous one was transferred due to public pressure on the political leadership. Your senior has directed you to give special attention towards the same locality where the loyal voters of the MLA and MP live. In this background – 1. Bring out and discuss the ethical issues involved in the above case. 2. Also suggest the right course of action in the given situation. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction, briefly explain the case study. In the body , explain the ethical issues…

November 13, 2020
Indian economy suffers from the problem of reduced aggregate demand and dealing with it requires improving the income and productivity. In this context, suggest the ways to improve the income and productivity in the economy. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/aatmanirbhar-bharat-india-gdp-7049688/ In the intro, mention the reduced private final consumption expenditure in India. In the body…

November 13, 2020
Unrestricted digital media could pose threat to peace and harmony in society. However, its regulation by the government could give rise to several other issues. In light of this, examine the need for regulation of digital media and how implications of its regulation by the government. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/media-regulation-that-is-quite-over-the-top/article33087271.ece In the intro, briefly introduce digital media and OTT platforms. In the body, mention the…

November 13, 2020
Discuss the contributions of Ashfaqullah Khan in the Indian freedom struggle with special focus on his contributions to Hindustan Socialist Republican Association. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction start with dew key facts related to Ashfaqullah Khan. In the body comment…

November 13, 2020
Due to the contemporary developments in the information technology and convergence, the accesses of adults and children to media including variety of entertainment have increased. The children have impressionable minds and the quality of entertainment would have a bearing on them even when they grow adults. One moderately rich family has two children who have given mobile phones to their children with internet connection so that they can complement their studies with huge amount of information and aids available on the internet. Father encourage children to ‘grow with the technology of their times’ and rather than ‘forcing discipline’ on them. However, there is also misuse of information technology. The students are engaging in many undesirable activities outside the school, especially their exposure to many computer games (Blue Whale Challenge, Dead Space 2, Mortal Kombat, Medal of Honour, Call of Duty Black OPS, New Vegas etc.), which are known to be fatal and addictive, impinging on their education and value systems. In this context, what steps parents can take to stop such new and pervasive kind of menace due to the unrestricted use of the computers and mobile phones? Also discuss importance of “forced discipline” in this case. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction, start by explaining the fact that – In the contemporary world, we suffer…

November 12, 2020
India has been facing the challenge of credit over the last 10 years. The challenge is indicative of issues India’s financial sector faces. In light of this, examine the issues faced by the financial institution in India and suggest the changes to make them strong to cater to the demands of Indian economy. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/ant-group-ipo-alibaba-group-china-nationalised-banks-india-7048305/ In the intro, mention the importance of credit for the development of the economy. In…

November 12, 2020
The legal language in India suffers from several flaws which have several implications for the governance of the country. In light of this, examine the issues with the legal language in India and suggest the measures to deal with the issue. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/supreme-court-legal-jargon-india-legislature-bar-council-law-education-7048306/ In the intro, mention the recent PIL in the Supreme Court regarding the issues with…

November 12, 2020
Discuss the major provisions of Poona Pact. Was it a Precursor to affirmative actions post-independence? Examine. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly explain the background of the coming of Poona pact into action. In…

November 12, 2020
In Beed district of Maharashtra, 50 per cent of the women have been reported for hysterectomies. These women are as young as 25. The majorities of these women are cane cutters and migrate to the sugar belt of western Maharashtra during the cane cutting season; with the drought intensifying, the number of migrants multiplies. The contractor is keen to have women without wombs in his group of cane cutters, as they incur financial loses when any of the labourer goes for maternity leave. Moreover, menstruating women demand rest and toilets facilities. However, it is an unofficial dictum and contractors say that women are doing it voluntarily. It has also been observed that the child sex ratio in this district is an abysmal 807. For hysterectomies and abortion, the numbers of illegal clinics continue to proliferate in the district. Identify the ethical issues in above situation. As a DM magistrate of the concerned district, identify the course of action. What innovative steps you will take to solve this problem? 10 marks

In the introduction briefly explain the case study. The question is an ethical case study that involves identification…

November 11, 2020
There have been increasing instance of the judicial review of the decision of the central bank. What are the challenges in judicial review the central bank’s actions? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/rbi-covid-19-loan-moratorium-supreme-court-7046727/ In the intro, mention the recent case of extension of the moratorium period by the…

November 11, 2020
Strong public sector capacities in healthcare are imperative to achieve medical preparedness for disasters. In light of this, examine the disaster preparedness of the public healthcare system in India and suggest ways to achieve it. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/strengthening-public-health-capacities-in-disasters/article33069278.ece In the intro, mention the importance of strong healthcare systems in disaster mitigation. In the…

November 11, 2020
With the double whammy of Monsoon and the pandemic, the conditions of the urban poor are more deplorable than that of their rural counterparts. Comment. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In a few introductory lines explain the general conditions of urban poor in India. In the…

November 11, 2020
Due to the contemporary developments in the information technology and convergence, the accesses of adults and children to media including variety of entertainment have increased. The children have impressionable minds and the quality of entertainment would have a bearing on them even when they grow adults. One moderately rich family has two children who have given mobile phones to their children with internet connection so that they can complement their studies with huge amount of information and aids available on the internet. Father encourage children to ‘grow with the technology of their times’ and rather than ‘forcing discipline’ on them. However, there is also misuse of information technology. The students are engaging in many undesirable activities outside the school, especially their exposure to many computer games (Blue Whale Challenge, Dead Space 2, Mortal Kombat, Medal of Honour, Call of Duty Black OPS, New Vegas etc.), which are known to be fatal and addictive, impinging on their education and value systems. In this context, what steps parents can take to stop such new and pervasive kind of menace due to the unrestricted use of the computers and mobile phones? Also discuss importance of “forced discipline” in this case. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- Start by explaining the fact that – In the contemporary world, we suffer from information explosion…

November 10, 2020
India needs an organic economic growth based on innovation and competitiveness instead of focusing specific sector in export-driven growth. Comment. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/lessons-from-vietnam-and-bangladesh/article33060511.ece In the intro, mention the importance of diversified growth. In the body, discuss the importance…

November 10, 2020
The Election Commission of India has a much wider mandate than its counterpart in the U.S. and this has ensured the smoother power transfer in the U.S. In light of this compare the powers of two commissions and explain how it helped in consolidating democracy. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/turning-the-spotlight-on-americas-election-custodian/article33053738.ece In the intro, mention the primary function of the ECI. In the body, compare the…

November 10, 2020
“Buddhism was more of a social movement under the backing of a religion”. Elucidate. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly define what you understand by Buddhism. In the body explain that Buddhism…

November 10, 2020
You are a doctor in a government hospital. One of your lady friends got married in very rich and influential family. However, with passage of time you came to know that the family is very conservative as she visited you to seek your help in determining sex of the child at fetus stage. As her in-laws want a boy child to act as inheritor of the family. They have also ordered to abort the child if it is girl. Later her in-laws insisted hard and connected the doctor with the health minister on mobile phone. The minister said the doctor to help them in all possible manners without saying anything about the issue at hand. Thus reporting about the issue to police is waste. Answer the following questions: (a) What are the ethical dilemmas in the above case? (b) Do you think that your moral obligation also demands to help your friend? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction discuss about the context of the question. In the body explain that Sex…

November 9, 2020
As India pursues Atmanirbhar Bharat, there is a challenge of avoiding protectionist approach. In light of this, elaborate on the challenge of avoiding protectionist approach as India pursues Atmanirbhar Bharat. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the intro, mention the objectives of Atmanirbhar Bharat. In the body, discuss how the objective of…

November 9, 2020
What constitutes India Indo-Pacific vision? Why is the region important for the world? What are the challenges India faces in fulfilling its vision in the region? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/india-pacific-relations-quad-exercise-6982086/ In the intro, mention the extent of the region. In the body, discuss the various…

November 9, 2020
In the context of new social movements of Independent India , Discuss the key features of the New Farmer’s movements. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction start by explaining what constituted new social movements in the independent India. In…

November 9, 2020

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