GS4 (Ethics in governance) Do ethical considerations come into play in climate change negotiations? What strategies would you use to converge the ethical positions of different nations. Best answer Srishty Srivastava wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 5/10 (if the best answer is an image, it cannot be uploaded… Continue reading 13 Oct 2016 | GS4 | Do ethical considerations come into play in climate change negotiations? What strategies would you use to converge the ethical positions of different nations.

GS3 (Indian economy) What do you understand by the term “Bad Bank”? How will the Bad bank deal with the problem of NPA in India? What are the major issues/challenges in implementing the idea of bad banks? Best answer Udyan Ilu wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4/10 (if the… Continue reading 13 Oct 2016 | GS3 | What do you understand by the term “Bad Bank”? How will the Bad bank deal with the problem of NPA in India? What are the major issues/challenges in implementing the idea of bad banks?

GS2 (Issues relating to education sector) If the goal of a university is not myopically defined to train students only in a particular subject, but is to prepare students for unforeseen and unimagined things that life has to offer, then politics is very important, as a part and parcel of college. Critically comment in the… Continue reading 13 Oct 2016 | GS2 | If the goal of a university is not myopically defined to train students only in a particular subject, but is to prepare students for unforeseen and unimagined things that life has to offer, then politics is very important, as a part and parcel of college. Critically comment in the light of recently released TSR Subramanian committee report.

GS1 (Geography) Recent reports suggest that deforestation has weakened monsoon rains in the Ganga basin and in North east India. Explain how deforestation affects the monsoon rains. Also discuss the likely consequences of the deforestation and measures needed to prevent deforestation in this region. Best answer Masala Dosa wrote the best answer for this question and… Continue reading 13 Oct 2016 | GS1 | Recent reports suggest that deforestation has weakened monsoon rains in the Ganga basin and in North east India. Explain how deforestation affects the monsoon rains. Also discuss the likely consequences of the deforestation and measures needed to prevent deforestation in this region.

Despite the recent surgical strikes there have been more attacks on army installations and increased infiltration attempts. The Pampore operation is still going on. See here for a brief update – http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/pampore-security-operation-to-flush-out-militants-enters-third-day-3078056/ Today’s debate is – If you were the National Security Advisor and were given the responsibility of deciding, by the PM, whether to go… Continue reading 12 Oct 2016 | Debate | Should we go for more surgical strikes?

GS4 (Quality of service delivery) The public will only trust the government when it delivers its services efficiently. What are the challenges in delivering services efficiently? How will you improve the delivery? Best answer Srishty Srivastava wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4.5/10 (if the best answer is an… Continue reading 12 Oct 2016 | GS4 | The public will only trust the government when it delivers its services efficiently. What are the challenges in delivering services efficiently? How will you improve the delivery?

GS3 (Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology) In order to curb the level of vehicular pollution and not to be left behind than the developed nations, India has decided to meet the implementation of BS… Continue reading 12 Oct 2016 | GS3 | In order to curb the level of vehicular pollution and not to be left behind than the developed nations, India has decided to meet the implementation of BS VI norms by 2020 skipping BS V implementation. What are Bharat Stage (BS) norms? What are the benefits of these norms and what are the challenges automobile manufacturers and the consumers face if India skip BS V and directly implements BS VI?

GS2 (Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary Ministries and Departments of the Government) According to some experts, SC has been unable to focus on matters of constitutional importance due to regular functioning. For what reasons does India need a National Court of Appeal? Critically examine the pros and cons of having… Continue reading 12 Oct 2016 | GS2 | According to some experts, SC has been unable to focus on matters of constitutional importance due to regular functioning. For what reasons does India need a National Court of Appeal? Critically examine the pros and cons of having a National Court of Appeal.

GS1 (Indian society) Recently Bihar government has put a ban on alcohol consumption in the state. What are the social and economic costs the state may suffer due to the ban? Do measures like alcohol ban prove effective in reforming the society and reducing cases of domestic violence? Best answer Aman Chauhan wrote the best… Continue reading 12 Oct 2016 | GS1 | Recently Bihar government has put a ban on alcohol consumption in the state. What are the social and economic costs the state may suffer due to the ban? Do measures like alcohol ban prove effective in reforming the society and reducing cases of domestic violence?

GS4 (Ethics in public administration) Is diligence an important value for a civil servant? How would you inculcate it? Best answer Srishty Srivastave wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4.5/10 (if the best answer is an image, it cannot be uploaded here, hence scroll down to see those). The answer… Continue reading 11 Oct 2016 | GS4 | Is diligence an important value for a civil servant? How would you inculcate it?

GS3 (Economy) What do you understand by universal basic income? Should the inefficient subsidy regime in India be replaced by the Universal basic income system? Critically analyse. Best answer Bhavika wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 5/10 (if the best answer is an image, it cannot be uploaded here,… Continue reading 11 Oct 2016 | GS3 | What do you understand by universal basic income? Should the inefficient subsidy regime in India be replaced by the Universal basic income system? Critically analyse.

GS2 (Polity and governance) While simultaneous elections for Centre and state are necessary to overcome the “policy paralysis and governance deficit, there are practical problems in its implementation. Discuss. Best answer Kunal Agarwal wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4.5/10 (if the best answer is an image, it cannot be… Continue reading 11 Oct 2016 | GS2 | While simultaneous elections for Centre and state are necessary to overcome the “policy paralysis and governance deficit, there are practical problems in its implementation. Discuss.

GS1 (Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present – significant events, personalities, issues) Integral humanism of Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhaya can solve many problems of the contemporary India. Comment. Best answer Nitish Singh wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4.5/10 (if the best… Continue reading 11 Oct 2016 | GS1 | Integral humanism of Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhaya can solve many problems of the contemporary India. Comment.

Recently a 13 year old died after a 68 day fast. The family was prosperous and religious and encouraged the girl to complete the fast. The girl even stopped going to school due to low energy. For a background, read this article – http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/aradhana-samdhariya-13-year-old-with-family-blessing-girl-fasts-for-68-days-dies-jains-outraged-3073080/ This fast was considered a source of pride for the family within… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | Debate | Is religion today simply an appeal to the gods to grant us prosperity?

GS1 (Indian freedom struggle) What was the strategy of Indian capitalists w.r.t the Indian freedom struggle? Contrast this strategy with that of the communists and socialists. Demand – What was the relationship of the Indian capitalists with the Indian freedom struggle? Approach – – Who were the Indian capitalists? Were they pro or anti-freedom struggle? (3… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | Target Mains: GS Questions & DNA Framework

GS4 (Case study) You are a government official responsible for looking into Right to Education Act violations in your district. You come to know of a man who has beaten his daughter for not taking her 10th class exams. After beating her, he took her to the exam hall. Such corporal punishment is a punishable… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | GS4 | You are a government official responsible for looking into Right to Education Act violations in your district. You come to know of a man who has beaten his daughter for not taking her 10th class exams. After beating her, he took her to the exam hall. Such corporal punishment is a punishable offence with a 3 month jail term. In the investigation the farmer says that he does not want his children to live in poverty like him. If you send him to jail he says that his family will face severe hardships. What are your options? Evaluate each option, and choose the one you will implement.

GS3 (Disaster management) How has the use of science and technology facilitated disaster prevention planning? Best answer Nitish Singh wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4.5/10 (if the best answer is an image, it cannot be uploaded here, hence scroll down to see those). The answer is being reproduced below… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | GS3 | How has the use of science and technology facilitated disaster prevention planning?

GS2 (India’s neighbourhood) China’s rising influence in India’s neighbourhood requires India to play a more active role in South Asia. Discuss the statement in the context of the ‘One Belt, One Road’ (OBOR) initiative. Best answer Rahul Jain wrote the best answer for this question and got a score of 4.5/10 (if the best answer is… Continue reading 10 Oct 2016 | GS2 | China’s rising influence in India’s neighbourhood requires India to play a more active role in South Asia. Discuss the statement in the context of the ‘One Belt, One Road’ (OBOR) initiative.