💥UPSC 2026, 2027 UAP Mentorship Aug Batch

Is the idea of Doubling Farmer’s Income achievable in the near future? What are the roadblocks in the path? (250)

Mentors Comments: 1. Discuss the need for DFI in India – with a picture of farm crisis at present 2. What are the goals of DFI – what areas it wants to target 3. What are the challenges 4. Suggest solutions Answer: Past strategy for development of the agriculture sector in India has focused primarily… Continue reading Is the idea of Doubling Farmer’s Income achievable in the near future? What are the roadblocks in the path? (250)

Q.4) Do you think nation states owe a responsibility towards asylum seekers? What are the considerations that should, in your opinion, go into the making of a refugee policy? Provide arguments with contemporary examples. (250 Words)

India with its history, culture, traditions, is today an example of generosity in the way it has opened its borders to all people who have come looking for safety and sanctuary. There are Tibetans, Afghans, Myanmarese in India and it has maintained an open door policy for all. India has a generous approach in relationship… Continue reading Q.4) Do you think nation states owe a responsibility towards asylum seekers? What are the considerations that should, in your opinion, go into the making of a refugee policy? Provide arguments with contemporary examples. (250 Words)

Q.1) Enumerate the issues associated with functioning of tribunals in India. How can these be addressed? (250 Words)

Mentors Comment: Give a brief introduction about Tribunals. Enumerate issues associated with functioning of tribunals. Mention solutions to address the issues. Answer: Tribunals were originally set up to provide specialized and speedy delivery of justice to reduce the burden of caseloads on regular courts. However, the functioning of tribunals has been sub-optimal due to the… Continue reading Q.1) Enumerate the issues associated with functioning of tribunals in India. How can these be addressed? (250 Words)

While legislation is an important step to address mob violence, it is not an end. Critically analyze.

Mentors Comments: The question expects us to analyze the need, pros and cons, effectiveness and impact of an anti lynching law in the country. It also expects us to give an overview of the shape such law can take. Highlight the various incidents that have taken place in the past few years and the conclusion… Continue reading While legislation is an important step to address mob violence, it is not an end. Critically analyze.

Though India and Africa are natural partners, the trade relationship remains a weak link. Comment. (250 Words)

Mentors Comments: The question wants us to dig deep into the issue discuss why Africa is important for India. We have to bring out the factors behind the infusion of energy in India-Africa relationship. Then we have to form a personal opinion on the issue. In the introduction, write a few lines about the historic… Continue reading Though India and Africa are natural partners, the trade relationship remains a weak link. Comment. (250 Words)

What is Confucius famous for? Why his teachings are still relevant in the modern society? (250 Words)

Confucius expounded a system of social and political philosophy. The teachings of Confucius are focused on two interrelated areas: Social Teachings, which deal with the proper behaviour of the individual in society and to his fellow men, and Political Teachings, which deal with the art of governance and the proper relationship of the Ruler to… Continue reading What is Confucius famous for? Why his teachings are still relevant in the modern society? (250 Words)

The investment rate in India has gradually declined after a historic high in the mid 2000s. Examine the reasons behind this trend. Discuss the steps required to revive investment for a sustained growth. (250 Words)

Mentors Comments: Briefly write about the investment decline in India. Discuss the reasons behind the gradual decline of investment rate in India. Enumerate the steps required to revive investment for a sustained growth. Answer: Investment denotes gross capital formation and is one of the principal growth engines of an economy. Investment rate in India has… Continue reading The investment rate in India has gradually declined after a historic high in the mid 2000s. Examine the reasons behind this trend. Discuss the steps required to revive investment for a sustained growth. (250 Words)

What is Joint Forest Management (JFM)? Highlight its potential in improving the livelihood of the forest dwellers and fringe forest communities.

Mentors Comments: Explain the term Joint Forest Management with respect to India. Through examples, highlight the significance of participation by local communities in Joint Forest Management with the government authorities. Mention the challenges and issues that JFM is facing. Mention the improvements that the Joint Forest Committee has made/ can make with respect to the… Continue reading What is Joint Forest Management (JFM)? Highlight its potential in improving the livelihood of the forest dwellers and fringe forest communities.

Do you think that PPP is the only way ahead for reviving Indian investments? While discussing the unique opportunities it offers, mention the challenges faced by PPP in India.

Mentors Comments: 1. Describe PPP briefly – either definition/ use case/ example based 2. Mention its benefits 3. Mention the challenges faced by PPP 4. Suggest way out – other alternatives for investment/ other models of PPP etc. Answer: India is witnessing a declining trend in the rate of gross fixed investment in recent years.… Continue reading Do you think that PPP is the only way ahead for reviving Indian investments? While discussing the unique opportunities it offers, mention the challenges faced by PPP in India.

What do you understand by Data Monetisation? What are the potential challenges posed by it? In your opinion, should governments monetise data?

Mentors Comments: 1. Define data monetisation – why it’s done and its benefits 2. Challenges posed by monetising data 3. Your opinion on sovereign role – both for and against the action 4. Any case studies, if available 5. Conclusion Answer: Data monetization, a form of monetization, may refer to the act of generating measurable economic… Continue reading What do you understand by Data Monetisation? What are the potential challenges posed by it? In your opinion, should governments monetise data?

Why are Afghanistan Peace Talks failing? Discuss the role India can play to maintain regional peace and securing its interests. (250 Words)

Since, the Afghan government withdrew its previous preconditions and the United States appointed a special representative Zalmay Khalilzad to seek reconciliation last year, negotiations have been ongoing. There have been various rounds of talks between the US and the Taliban in Doha and a number of meetings between the Taliban, certain government officials and representatives… Continue reading Why are Afghanistan Peace Talks failing? Discuss the role India can play to maintain regional peace and securing its interests. (250 Words)

What are the different models of PPP? How has been India’s experience so far with PPP? What are the changes required to make it more efficient? (250 Words)

Public Private Partnership means an arrangement between a government/statutory entity/government owned entity on one side and a private sector entity on the other. It is often done for the provision of public assets or public services, through investments being made and/or management being undertaken by the private sector entity, for a specified period of time.… Continue reading What are the different models of PPP? How has been India’s experience so far with PPP? What are the changes required to make it more efficient? (250 Words)

What is Pacific Ocean Garbage Patch? Provide an account for the factors responsible for its development and location. Also, discuss its impacts and suggest measures for mitigation. (250 words)

Mentor Comment: In a few introductory lines explain what you understand by Great Pacific Garbage patch.   Discuss the following aspects in the answer: What is Great Pacific Garbage? – The Great Pacific Garbage Patch (GPGP), aka Pacific Trash Vortex, is an enormous collection of marine debris swirling in a gyre in the central North… Continue reading What is Pacific Ocean Garbage Patch? Provide an account for the factors responsible for its development and location. Also, discuss its impacts and suggest measures for mitigation. (250 words)

Which should guide a police officer deciding to fire or not to fire on a protesting mob – ‘deontology or consequentialism’? Give reasons?(250 words)

A police officer is always in a dilemma during massive and uncontrolled protest of people on any sensitive issue whether to use hard force for maintaining law and order, which is his prime duty, or to consider and gauge the consequences before taking any measure to restore law and order. • In moral philosophy, deontological… Continue reading Which should guide a police officer deciding to fire or not to fire on a protesting mob – ‘deontology or consequentialism’? Give reasons?(250 words)

What do you understand by fiscal deficit? Does strict adherence to fiscal deficit benefit economy in longer run? Critically analyse.(250 words)

Fiscal Deficit is the difference between the total income of the government (total taxes and non-debt capital receipts) and its total expenditure. A fiscal deficit situation occurs when the government’s expenditure exceeds its income. The Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Act was enacted in 2003 which set targets for the government to reduce fiscal deficits. The Budget… Continue reading What do you understand by fiscal deficit? Does strict adherence to fiscal deficit benefit economy in longer run? Critically analyse.(250 words)

What is the objective of international Charter “Space and Major Disasters”? How is space technology revolutionising disaster management?(250 words)

The International Charter "Space and Major Disasters" is a non-binding charter which provides for the charitable and humanitarian re-tasked acquisition of and transmission of space satellite data to relief organizations in the event of major disasters. Initiated by the European Space Agency and the French space agency CNES, currently 16 global space agencies including India’s ISRO are it’s members. India, by virtue of being a member of the International Charter ‘Space… Continue reading What is the objective of international Charter “Space and Major Disasters”? How is space technology revolutionising disaster management?(250 words)

How does epistemology help a judge in the court of justice in making judgments in case of social and religious beliefs (jallikattu or triple talaq)? Explain role of epistemology in administrative decisions through an example?(250 words)

Epistemology studies the nature of knowledge, justification, and the rationality of belief. • Much of the debate in epistemology centres on four areas: (1) the philosophical analysis of the nature of knowledge and how it relates to such concepts as truth, belief, and justification, (2) various problems of skepticism, (3) the sources and scope of… Continue reading How does epistemology help a judge in the court of justice in making judgments in case of social and religious beliefs (jallikattu or triple talaq)? Explain role of epistemology in administrative decisions through an example?(250 words)

The bureaucracy in India is facing a number of serious challenges from diminishing human capital to political interference that, if left unaddressed, will lead to further institutional decline. Discuss. How can these challenges be addressed? (250 WORDS)

Mentors Comment: State the challenges that the bureaucracy in India faces. Mention the consequences if these challenges remain unaddressed. Discuss the reforms that are required to address the challenges. Answer The civil services are a crucial pillar of the Indian state, having been responsible for administering the country before it was even independent. The Union… Continue reading The bureaucracy in India is facing a number of serious challenges from diminishing human capital to political interference that, if left unaddressed, will lead to further institutional decline. Discuss. How can these challenges be addressed? (250 WORDS)

There is an urgent need for undertaking reforms in the spirit of the Kargil review committee to prepare for the challenges for the future. Discuss.(250 Words)

The Indian armed forces has remained at the forefront of providing internal security, supporting humanitarian missions in India and abroad, and providing conditions of stability along the borders. With the demands of changing geo-strategic scenario and geo-political situations, the military has to constantly focus on its size, equipment, and operational structures to remain an agile,… Continue reading There is an urgent need for undertaking reforms in the spirit of the Kargil review committee to prepare for the challenges for the future. Discuss.(250 Words)

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