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You reside in a village notorious for instances of honor killing. You have known some of you schoolmates being the victims. In this scenario, one of your friends comes to you seeking help. This time the case is reverse. The father of the boy had threatened to commit suicide if he marries a girl from a supposedly lower caste. His mother too is bedridden after knowing this. Their disagreement to for the marriage is solely based on the girl being from a Lower caste. The parents are also under tremendous pressure from society. The boy is now under tremendous pressure from the other people from the society, as he will be considered the reason of his parents’ death if he chooses to stick with his decision of marrying that girl. He also has two school-going younger siblings. You personally have always believed that the caste discrimination must go and have always fought against it. You otherwise share a cordial relationship with the boy and also with his parents. Analyse the situation with ethical angles involved in it. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction start by briefing the case and introduce the issue and ethical angles involved.…

September 23, 2020
India will have to swim against the tide to capture the shrinking pie of the global trade. This requires fast tracking reforms to improve the investment climate and attract investment. Comment. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.google.com/amp/s/indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/national-statistical-office-india-gdp-trade-revenue-6603891/lite/ In the intro, mentions the economic disruption caused by the pandemic across the world. In…

September 23, 2020
Despite facing difficulties in following converging policies due to changing global order, India-Russia relations continues to have relevance. Discuss. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/with-china-as-backdrop-new-delhis-moscow-watch/article32663538.ece In the intro, mention the the importance of Russia for India as “all-weather friend”. In…

September 23, 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…

September 23, 2020
To ensure the success of Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, India needs action plan. Discuss. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/atmanirbhar-bharat-project-pm-modi-coronavirus-economic-package-india-6603893/ In the intro, briefly introduce the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan. In the body, mention the aims…

September 22, 2020
What are the implications of the outcomes of the ongoing Afghan peace process for India? Also elaborate on the issues with India’s Afghanistan policy as Taliban gains the legitimacy. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/the-opening-in-doha-6603890/ In the intro, mention the U.S.-Taliban peace deal. In the body, mention the implications for…

September 22, 2020
‘Honour killing’ has been in news in recent times. It involves the homicide of a member of a family by other members, due to the perpetrators’ belief that the victim has brought shame or dishonour upon the family. Analyse this problem in detail and indicate not only the social but also the emotional and attitudinal factors responsible for this problem? Also, distinctly bring out why: (a) The youth in such areas do not speak up against these practices. (b) The conviction rate in ‘honour killing’ cases is extremely low. (c) Women, who have to face the brunt of this crime the most, do not speak against it collectively. Discuss some feasible steps, which could be effective in controlling this serious problem. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly explain the case study. In the body answer analyze various aspects of…

September 21, 2020
Why India being a country which prides itself on enjoying unity in diversity planning for a common script? Will a common script like Bharati bring down communication barriers in the country? Analyze. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly explain the significance of Bharati script. In the body first discuss the…

September 21, 2020
You are the officer in charge of overseeing refugees’ related issues in a multilateral humanitarian organisation. There is an ethnicity based civil war going on in a region and as a result, many people are being displaced. Hitherto, the economically better-off neighbouring countries have accommodated the streams of migrants with financial support from your organisation. The violence in the region has increased recently and the flux of people seeking refuge has grown substantially. With countries sealing their borders, the refugees are left in a vulnerable situation. You are sent to negotiate for humanitarian settlement of refugees with the neighbouring countries, who also happen to be a powerful economic bloc. However, they refuse any more accommodation on the following grounds: (a) Drainage of resources in face of subdued economic conditions. (b) Domestic political repercussions. (c) Rehabilitation will encourage more influx and indirectly fuel the persecutors. (d) Permanency of settlement in face of better prospects than at home. What are the counter-arguments that can be cited to convince the countries for an immediate solution? Suggest some long term measures as well that should be followed to address the problem. 10 marks

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

September 21, 2020
Assess India’s progress in climate action. What would be the implications of giving up use of coal for India’s economic progress. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/reject-this-inequitable-climate-proposal/article32634171.ece In the intro, mention India’s commitment and climate actions. In the body, mention the various…

September 21, 2020
Regulations of free speech is fundamentally social and political problem, therefore, over reliance on legal instruments often fails to solve the issue associated with it. Comment. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/sudarshan-tv-case-hate-speech-propaganda-6601740/ In the intro, mention the problem in regulation of free speech. In the body, elaborate…

September 21, 2020
What do you understand by the term ‘Invasive Alien Species’? Discuss the threats posed by them to the native ecosystems, habitats and native species. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction start by explaining the term invasive alien species. In the body provide examples…

September 21, 2020
Why should impartiality and nonpartisanship be considered as foundational values? Analyse and Give reasons. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly define the two terms – impartiality and non-partisanship. In the body you…

September 18, 2020
Discuss the utility of income support schemes in averting the financial crisis in the wake of the pandemic. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/india-economy-coronavirus-pandemic-brazil-welfare-government-spending-6598893/ In the intro, mention the economic disruption caused by the pandemic. In the body, mention…

September 18, 2020
Examine the role played by linguistic identities in the evolution of the idea of federalism in India. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/nationalism-and-the-crisis-of-federalism/article32623644.ece In the body, discuss how linguistic identities helped in the evolution of the idea of…

September 18, 2020
What are the environmental issues in Antarctica? Discuss and present the global importance of it. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly state key facts of Antarctica show the location using a diagram. In…

September 18, 2020
Examine how an organization’s work culture influences or communicates ethics towards society at large. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction write about the work culture of an organization. In the body explain the…

September 17, 2020
Telecom sector has been at the forefront of the digital revolution unfolding in the country. However, the telecom sector is also facing several issues in India. Discuss the various challenges facing the telecom sector in India. Suggest the role government could play in solving these problems. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/telecom-sector-operators-jio-airtel-market-monopoly-6597556/ In the body, mention the important role played by the telecom sector ensuring the digital…

September 17, 2020
Discuss the important role played by the various parliamentary committees in the functioning of the parliamentary system. Also discuss the issue of fixed tenure of the departmental committees.

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/parliament-and-its-panels/article32613874.ece In the intro, mention the important role played by the committees in deliberation on any…

September 17, 2020
Even after local coal-iron resources are depleted, the steel and heavy engineering industries do not frequently shift their location, why? Analyse. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly highlight the locations of coal-iron resources in India. In the body explain…

September 17, 2020

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