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Elaborate on how the introduction of GST has benefited the various stakeholders. Also, examine how the flexibility adopted in its applicability contributed in creating the signal market throughout the country. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/the-builder-of-common-ground-arun-jaitley-death-anniversary-6567017/ In the Intro, briefly mention what GST is. In the body mention the various ways…

August 24, 2020
What introduces friction in India-Nepal relations is Nepal’s newfound aspirations and India’s reluctance in acknowledging it. Comment. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/thinking-through-the-nepal-policy/article32424033.ece In the intro, mention the special relations between India and Nepal. In the body mention…

August 24, 2020
You are a Public Information Officer (PIO) in a government department. You are aware that the RTI Act 2005 envisages transparency and accountability in administration. The act has functioned as a check on the supposedly arbitrarily administrative behaviour and actions. However, as a PIO you have observed that there are citizens who filed RTI applications not for themselves but on behalf of such stakeholders who purportedly want to have access to information to further their own interests. At the same time there are these RTI activists who routinely file RTI applications and attempt to extort money from the decision makers. This type of RTI activism has affected the functioning of the administration adversely and also possibly jeopardises the genuineness of the applications which are essentially aimed at getting justice. What measures would you suggest to separate genuine and non-genuine applications? Give merits and demerits of your suggestions. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly talk about importance of RTI act in ensuring transparency and accountability in…

August 24, 2020
India traditional theatre forms incorporate common man’s interest as well as regional, local and folk coloring derived from classical elements. Analyse with examples. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly talk about the significance of India traditional theatre forms. In the body uoteq…

August 24, 2020
Discuss the skills that are required to become emotionally intelligent while highlighting the advantages of developing emotional intelligence for administration. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction define what EI is. In the body explain EI in detail. Discuss the…

August 21, 2020
India’s tax-to-GDP ratio is one of the lowest when compared with OECD countries. What are the implications of it? Also, examine the factors responsible for such a low ratio. And suggest the measures to improve it. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/budget-faqs/what-is-tax-to-gdp-ratio-where-does-india-fare-on-this-indicator/articleshow/73222499.cms https://www.financialexpress.com/opinion/why-reforming-archaic-tax-laws-is-crucial/2061143/ In the intro, explain what is tax-to-GDP ration and cite the figure of tax-to-GDP…

August 21, 2020
What are the implications of the recent judgement of the Supreme Court granting coparcenary rights under the Hindu Succession Act 1956? Also examine the issues and challenges due to the judgement. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/women-right-to-property-gender-equality-supreme-court-6561773/ In the intro, mention the recent judgement and clarifications made in it over the previous…

August 21, 2020
What is a complex volcano? Discuss the salient features with suitable illustrations. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly define volcano in general and suggest the types. In the body explain…

August 21, 2020
What is bureaucratic apathy? How does it pose challenge on the bureaucracy in general? Explain. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction define what you understand by bureaucratic apathy. In the body explain with illustrations…

August 20, 2020
RBI’s functions at the current juncture suffer from contradictions in its functions. Examine such contradictions in its role and suggest ways to avoid such contradictions. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/reserve-bank-of-india-shaktikanta-das-coronavirus-impact-indian-economy-imflation-rate-gdp-6560349/ In the intro, mention, in brief, the monetary policy role played by the RBI. In…

August 20, 2020
Examine how India’s Constitution supported the people’s ‘right to know’ as interpreted by the judiciary. Also, elaborate on the important role it plays in the administration of the country. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/resurrecting-the-right-to-know/article32387743.ece In the intro, mention how the right to know was recognised 50 years ago. In…

August 20, 2020
What do you understand by ice-albedo feedback? And how can it be related to climate change? Discuss. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction define briefly the concept. In the body discuss its spatial aspects, location etc.…

August 20, 2020
Why do ordinary people show negative attitude towards transgender? Examine the reasons and suggest remedies to change their attitude. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction you can start by defining who constitute transgender in the society. The term “transgender”…

August 19, 2020
What are the factors affecting the affordability of electricity to all? Suggest the measures to make it affordable. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.financialexpress.com/opinion/powering-reforms-bringing-power-psus-under-competitive-bidding-will-help-in-tariff-reduction/2057940/ In the intro, mention the importance of affordable electricity. In the body mention the factors…

August 19, 2020
What are the threats to the sovereignty of Arab countries due to geopolitical orientation? What role India can play to safeguarding it? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/narendra-modi-arab-gulf-countries-middle-east-relations-c-raja-mohan-6558876/ In the intro, mention the importance of Arab countries for India. In the body, mention…

August 19, 2020
Discuss the prospects and problems of Aluminum industry in India in the current times. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction present in short an overview of Aluminium industry in India. In the body…

August 19, 2020
“Examine how covid induced economic recession is different from the past recessions in India. What are the options with the government to deal with the situation?” 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/a-crisis-without-villains-6557602/ In the intro, mention the economic disruption caused by the pandemic. In the body, mention…

August 18, 2020
What aspects are responsible for the origin and modification of ocean currents? Explain with examples how they affect the climate of surrounding regions. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly define what ocean currents are. In the body bring out factors which…

August 18, 2020
Discuss schooling as an important agent of systematic learning and inculcator of moral values for a child. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly explain importance of school in child rearing in general. In the body…

August 18, 2020
What are the parameters laid down by the Supreme Court in the Government of NCT of Delhi vs. Union of India (2018) to avoid the conflict between Lt. Governor and the Delhi Government? Also examine the scope of referring any matter to the consideration of the President by the Lt. Governor. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/jurisdictional-conflict-in-the-running-of-delhi/article32378854.ece In the intro, mention the constitutional provisions related to Delhi NCT. In the body, mention…

August 18, 2020

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