GS4 (Ethics) What role does the family play in instilling moral values in a child? How is the changing nature of families in India affecting this education?

GS3 (Agriculture) With rising incomes, Indians are starting to consume more proteins. This is resulting in higher consumption of items such as meat. Unfortunately, modern rearing practices of livestock result in very high usage of antibiotics. What are the reasons for such high usage? What problems can it lead to? Background – Bloomberg Similar Previous Year… Continue reading 23 Nov 2016 | GS3 | With rising incomes, Indians are starting to consume more proteins. This is resulting in higher consumption of items such as meat. Unfortunately, modern rearing practices of livestock result in very high usage of antibiotics. What are the reasons for such high usage? What problems can it lead to?

GS2 (Polity and Governance) After more than two decades of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional amendments being passed, have they fulfilled their promise? Discuss their achievements and shortcomings.

GS1 (Modern India) What role did the social and religious reform movements play in the Indian freedom struggle? Give examples of movements which helped the freedom struggle, and also examples of movements which held back the freedom struggle.

GS4 (Ethics) Despite many attempts by the Prime Minister and the govt., the Swacch Bharat campaign has not caught on with the public. This failure is present in other spheres also, e.g. a failure on part of public to follow traffic rules. What are the reasons for this? How can we instill the people with… Continue reading 22 Nov 2016 | GS4 | Despite many attempts by the Prime Minister and the govt., the Swacch Bharat campaign has not caught on with the public. This failure is present in other spheres also, e.g. a failure on part of public to follow traffic rules. What are the reasons for this? How can we instill the people with such important values as cleanliness?

GS3 (Science and Technology) Scientific research in Indian universities is declining, because a career in science is not as attractive as our business operations, engineering or administration, and the universities are becoming consumer oriented. Critically comment. Previous Year 2014 Question

GS2 (International Relations) In its quest for a clean and reliable source of energy, India has been trying to strike nuclear deals with many nations and groups. Describe India’s efforts and progress in the area in recent years. Why has progress been so slow? Click here for some background. Similar Previous Year Question: Subsequent to the… Continue reading 22 Nov 2016 | GS2 | In its quest for a clean and reliable source of energy, India has been trying to strike nuclear deals with many nations and groups. Describe India’s efforts and progress in the area in recent years. Why has progress been so slow?

GS1 (Modern India) Although the Marathas ruled over vast amounts of territory, they were easily defeated by the British. What were the reasons behind the failure of the Marathas to resist the English?

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GS1 (Modern India) Within a few years of coming back to India, Gandhiji had assumed leadership of the national movement. What could be the reasons for his rapid rise? GS2 (Polity and Governance) Recently large no. of people are moving away from their homes due to increasing conflicts. The most prominent examples of this include… Continue reading 21 Nov 2016 | Target Mains: GS Questions & DNA Framework

GS4 (Ethics) There is a common perception that only criminals enter into politics. This means that criminals become our leaders. How would you change this perception? What steps should be taken to make politics a respectable career choice?

GS3 (Science and Technology) Genetic engineering has made tremendous progress recently. The newest, most powerful genome editing tool is called CRISPR. What is CRISPR? What are its applications and why are there concerns about it being misused? Read this to get some information – Link

GS2 (Polity and Governance) Recently large no. of people are moving away from their homes due to increasing conflicts. The most prominent examples of this include African and Syrian refugees in Europe. Minorities are also prosecuted in our neighbourhood. Hence, the govt. has recently been considering granting citizenship to minorities from our neighbours. In this… Continue reading 21 Nov 2016 | GS2 | Recently large no. of people are moving away from their homes due to increasing conflicts. The most prominent examples of this include African and Syrian refugees in Europe. Minorities are also prosecuted in our neighbourhood. Hence, the govt. has recently been considering granting citizenship to minorities from our neighbours. In this regard, discuss the issues around the proposed amendments to the Citizenship Act, 1955.

GS1 (Modern India) Within a few years of coming back to India, Gandhiji had assumed leadership of the national movement. What could be the reasons for his rapid rise?

Fame is vapour, fortune an accident, riches have wings, only character endures. Instructions: Write the following essay in 1000-1200 words. Attached video contains feedback on the essays submitted by students.

GS4 (Ethics in Public Administration) Does higher accountability lead to lower effectiveness? Comment.

GS3 (Science and Technology) Companies and govt’s have been coming up with more and more innovative methods to spread internet access. What benefits come from this access? Mention some of the recent initiatives for increasing access.

GS2 (India’s Neighbourhood) India is part of a no. of groupings in her neighbourhood, e.g. SAARC, BBIN etc. List these groups and their purpose. What is the need for so many organisations? Examine whether a single organisation could serve our purpose better. Similar Previous Year Question – India has recently signed to become founding member of… Continue reading 19 Nov 2016 | GS2 | India is part of a no. of groupings in her neighbourhood, e.g. SAARC, BBIN etc. List these groups and their purpose. What is the need for so many organisations? Examine whether a single organisation could serve our purpose better.

GS1 (Modern India) How did the Revolt of 1857 change British policy and British Rule in India?

GS4 (Ethics) How do laws and ethics complement each other? Are they the same? If yes then can we do away with ethics?