GS II (Issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure) (Hattrick) India’s inter-state disparity is not just confined to income levels. The states diverge on several other economic, social and demographic indicators. Elucidate. What are the challenges to India in coming future?

GS III (Economic Development) (Hattrick) India is likely to post its first current account surplus in nine years, which should bolster the rupee though it is not a good sign for the economy as it reflects weak investment demand at home and subdued exports. Critically examine.

GS IV (Information sharing and transparency in government) (Duplex) Is the liquor ban is a good idea ? Discuss

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GS I (Culture) (Duplex) Nationalist and freedom fighter Bal Gangadhar Tilak was the man who turned the private, household Ganesh Chathurthi celebration into the present day carnival. Do you think that the spirit with which the festival was started is lost?

GS II (e-governance)  India which takes pride in being one of the leaders in the field of Information Technology however ranks low when it comes to e-governance. Attitudinal change, a change of mindset among political rulers, bureaucrats and the people are required to usher in this tool of modern administration. Elucidate.

GS III (Economic Development) Greater flexibility and leniency for employers over employees will lead to increased investment in the manufacturing sector, more employment, exports, and eventually, the growth of the economy. Critically comment in connection to labour reforms.

GS IV (Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders) (Simplex) (Analytical) Personal interaction on a professional level is what keeps leaders going and what inspires them to try harder in everything they do. Discuss.

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GS I (Distribution of key natural resources across the world) (Duplex) How best can the problem of floods and droughts be addressed so that the losses are minimal and the system becomes more resilient?

GS II (International Relations) North Korea has done five nuclear tests in 10 years. North Korea has given world ample of reason to ask. As its nuclear and missile programmes have grown, the concerns have grown more urgent.  Discuss.  Why North Korea is rational ? What are the impacts of this on India?

GS III ( Biodiversity) (Hattrick) India is in the midst of an unacknowledged biodiversity crisis. Elucidate.  

GS IV (Work Culture) Change in work culture can bring efficiency, sensitivity and accountability. Elucidate.  

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GS I (Diversity in India) (Duplex) The Kashmiri approach to the world is uniquely positive. What are important contributions of Kashmir to Indian culture ?