Q.4 You have recently been posted as a probationary officer in the District Magistrate’s office in a tribal district. During one of the fieldtrips, while interacting with the tribals, you come to know about a private company, established a few years back, which has transformed their lives. The company, using the traditional knowledge of tribals, had launched a series of products and provided numerous livelihood opportunities to the tribals. Upon further enquiry, you come to know that while the lives of tribals had indeed improved, the distribution of profits however, has been quite disproportionate. The company has seen a huge growth in its operations and its owners have amassed huge wealth. It is also planning to file for IPR, which may further hinder the interests of the tribals. You feel that tribals have been left short changed and there has not been an equitable sharing of benefits arising out of the use of their resources. When you tried to approach the Gram Sabha and voice your concerns, the tribals requested you not to intervene as they do not have any alternatives. They also argue that governments in the past have failed to protect their interests. Given the situation, answer the following: (a) Identify the different stakeholders and their interests involved in this case. (b) Present a case to convince the District Magistrate for the need of government intervention in the situation. (20 Marks)

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2 responses to “Q.4 You have recently been posted as a probationary officer in the District Magistrate’s office in a tribal district. During one of the fieldtrips, while interacting with the tribals, you come to know about a private company, established a few years back, which has transformed their lives. The company, using the traditional knowledge of tribals, had launched a series of products and provided numerous livelihood opportunities to the tribals. Upon further enquiry, you come to know that while the lives of tribals had indeed improved, the distribution of profits however, has been quite disproportionate. The company has seen a huge growth in its operations and its owners have amassed huge wealth. It is also planning to file for IPR, which may further hinder the interests of the tribals. You feel that tribals have been left short changed and there has not been an equitable sharing of benefits arising out of the use of their resources. When you tried to approach the Gram Sabha and voice your concerns, the tribals requested you not to intervene as they do not have any alternatives. They also argue that governments in the past have failed to protect their interests. Given the situation, answer the following: (a) Identify the different stakeholders and their interests involved in this case. (b) Present a case to convince the District Magistrate for the need of government intervention in the situation. (20 Marks)”

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   March 11, 2022

   Karun Kumar Takhele

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      March 22, 2022

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      Karun

      Good attempt. You have written a content rich answer.
      Introduction is fine, identification of stakeholders is good, you can add- the probationary officer himself; the Gram Sabha; NGOs/Civil Society.

      Try to avoid dividing the whole issue in the binary of capitalism vs communism because there are many issues involved, however, you can subtly mention it( mention of Marx, Gandhi etc are good).
      In the second part, you need to also mention what all you need to present in the case – highlight the present situation( lack of livelihood opportunities, details of benefit sharing pacts, work of the company, type of products manufactured, impact of IPR filing etc); also bring into focus lack of government efforts.
      Next you can mention the steps that need to be taken, which you have written quite well.
      Conclusion is good too.
      Try to frame your answer according to the question. You are writing well.
      Keep practicing. 🙂