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The possibility of friction or conflict, as a result of the functioning of multiple regulators overseeing the different segments of financial sector, does not make a convincing case for a single all-powerful super- regulator. Discuss. (250 W)

Mentors Comment: While FSLRC has recommended for a single unified financial sector regulator, many analysts including former RBI governor C Rangarajan have suggested against such a single regulator. In the Introduction, write briefly about the present scenario of multiple regulators overseeing different segments of financial sector. Then come to recommendation of single super-regulator. Bring out… Continue reading The possibility of friction or conflict, as a result of the functioning of multiple regulators overseeing the different segments of financial sector, does not make a convincing case for a single all-powerful super- regulator. Discuss. (250 W)

“Globalization will end up making all cultures of the world homogeneous”. Critically examine the statement taking examples from socio-cultural and economic life of India. (250 Words))

Mentors Comment: The question wants to elicit an understanding of multiple responses of globalization from homogenization/standardization to Hybridization/Globalization. Introduce the answer by discussing the process of globalization and how it aids in spreading cultural uniformity or homogeneity. Then discuss specifically how this process has elicited multiple responses i.e. i) Homogenization ii) Glocalization iii) Spreading of… Continue reading “Globalization will end up making all cultures of the world homogeneous”. Critically examine the statement taking examples from socio-cultural and economic life of India. (250 Words))

What is the importance of whistle-blowing in public and private institutions? What role does individual conscience play in the act of whistle-blowing? (150 words)

Mentors Comment: One can start the answer with defining whistle­blowing in brief. Then one should highlight the importance of whistle­blowing in public as well as private institutions with suitable examples. Later conscience should be defined briefly and the role played by conscience in the act of whistle­blowing should be discussed. Answer: Whistle­blowing refers to the… Continue reading What is the importance of whistle-blowing in public and private institutions? What role does individual conscience play in the act of whistle-blowing? (150 words)

A “rethink” on a Constitutional provision that provides for automatic lapsing of any Bill is required. Discuss.(250 words)

Mentor’s Comment Explain Automatic lapsing of the bill. GIve constitutional provisions for it. Explain why such a provision is necessary Mention Shortcomings of it. Suggest an alternative. Answer: Article 107 deals with the provisions related to the introduction and passing of bills. It states a Bill which is pending in the House of the People,… Continue reading A “rethink” on a Constitutional provision that provides for automatic lapsing of any Bill is required. Discuss.(250 words)

Is New Delhi adequately prepared to weather the incoming geopolitical storm in south Asia? Discuss outlining challenges and way forward for Indian foreign policy in the region.(250 words)

Mentor’s Comment Outline an introduction in the South Asian situation. Mention challenges region face. Analyse India’s preparedness to deal with them. Suggest way forward for a better diplomatic policy initiative. Answer: The nature and dynamics of Southern Asian geopolitics are undergoing a radical transformation, slowly, steadily and in an irrevocable manner. One of the world’s… Continue reading Is New Delhi adequately prepared to weather the incoming geopolitical storm in south Asia? Discuss outlining challenges and way forward for Indian foreign policy in the region.(250 words)

Just as taxpayers have a responsibility to pay taxes, the government ought to ensure that tax proceeds are appropriately utilised. In this light discuss success of various implementation of cess schemes by government in recent years.(250 words)

Mentor’ Comment Define what is cess. Name various cess imposed by the government. discuss their success. Mention unutilised funds and inefficiency of cess in conclusion, suggest a way forward for better implementation and monitoring of cess proceeds. Answer: CESS is tax on tax and usually levied for the specific purposes. Once its purpose is solved they… Continue reading Just as taxpayers have a responsibility to pay taxes, the government ought to ensure that tax proceeds are appropriately utilised. In this light discuss success of various implementation of cess schemes by government in recent years.(250 words)

“One of the penalties for refusing to participate in politics is that you end up being governed by your inferiors”. Explain. Suggest some measures that can be taken to increase political participation in our country. (150 words)

Mentors Comment: The quote gives the perspective idea of vital need for political participation to uphold the superior political values. Accordingly answer can be framed in the following manner: First part of the answer should explain the given statement and highlight the need for good people in politics. You have to mention a few real… Continue reading “One of the penalties for refusing to participate in politics is that you end up being governed by your inferiors”. Explain. Suggest some measures that can be taken to increase political participation in our country. (150 words)

Unlike many other countries, small enterprises in India remain small and even shrink. Bring out the factors responsible for such a trend in India. What steps have been taken by the government in this regard? (150 Words)

Mentors Comment: Explain the scenario regarding small enterprises in India. Make a comparison with other countries. Bring out the factors responsible for such a trend. Mention some reform measures taken by the government. Answer: According to study done by Hseih and Klenow (2011), surviving small firms in USA grow spectacularly; in Mexico grow moderately while… Continue reading Unlike many other countries, small enterprises in India remain small and even shrink. Bring out the factors responsible for such a trend in India. What steps have been taken by the government in this regard? (150 Words)

Indian BITs should strike a balance between the interests of foreign investors and those of the state. Why the new model of bilateral investment has been unable to attract FDI in the country? What changes should be brought to reform the bilateral investment treaty structure?(250 words)

Mentor’s comment Define what is the bilateral investment treaty. Mention the change in BITs that occurred in 2016. Explain how this and other shortcomings are preventing investment from coming to India. Suggest reform you think may help to revive investment in indian economy.

There seems to be a fundamental contradiction between effectiveness and accountability. Comment. Why is accountability a necessary evil for good governance? Discuss. (150 words)

Mentor’s Comment: In the first part of the answer discuss, why this debate exists in administration with relevant examples. Second part of the answer should focus on why accountability is a necessary condition to ensure good governance and final part of the answer should focus on the fact that accountability and effectiveness can exist together… Continue reading There seems to be a fundamental contradiction between effectiveness and accountability. Comment. Why is accountability a necessary evil for good governance? Discuss. (150 words)

The striking thing about modern India is that the men and women who made its history also wrote more authoritatively about it. In this context, highlight the literary contributions of B.R. Ambedkar, Jawaharlal Nehru and M.K. Gandhi.

Mentor’s Comment: Introductory part should sketch these leaders as towering intellectuals, thus building up the next stage of analysis by indicating wide corpus of their writings. The Second part should take each of them specifically mention their writings and at least provide on example of a work that brings to the fore some of their… Continue reading The striking thing about modern India is that the men and women who made its history also wrote more authoritatively about it. In this context, highlight the literary contributions of B.R. Ambedkar, Jawaharlal Nehru and M.K. Gandhi.

India is yet to begin the discourse on a governance framework for the future of its metropolises. What is ailing India’s metropolises ? Discuss steps taken by government to address these concerns.(250 words)

Mentor’s Comment  Give an introduction of metropolises. Provide constituonal provision, legal mechanism for administration . Discuss the problem with the metropolitan governance structure. Provide steps taken by the government to address these concerns. Analyze these schemes and suggest a way forward in conclusion   Answer: Article 243P(c) of the Constitution of India defines ‘metropolitan areas’ as… Continue reading India is yet to begin the discourse on a governance framework for the future of its metropolises. What is ailing India’s metropolises ? Discuss steps taken by government to address these concerns.(250 words)

Bt brinjal runs counter to the framework for agricultural development. Critically analyse this statement in the context of introduction of genetically modified crops in India.(250 words)

Mentor’s Comment Define genetically modified crops and give an introduction of controversy around Bt Brinjal. Give arguments against the use of Bt. brinjal. Also, suggest if any benefits are there. Conclude on the basis of arguments given whether it should be introduced in India. Answer: Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) can be defined as organisms (i.e.… Continue reading Bt brinjal runs counter to the framework for agricultural development. Critically analyse this statement in the context of introduction of genetically modified crops in India.(250 words)

The legal framework in modern society has both anomalous and complementary relationship with its ethical framework. Discuss with examples. (150 words)

Mentor’s Comment: The answer should contain the following part: A brief introduction discussing the relationship between law and ethics. How law and ethics complement each other, with the help of examples. When do both stand in contradiction to each other, again with the help of appropriate examples. Answer: The old adage “If it isn’t illegal,… Continue reading The legal framework in modern society has both anomalous and complementary relationship with its ethical framework. Discuss with examples. (150 words)

Given their resourcefulness and organizational capacity, corporate sector can help in overcoming several barriers encountered in disaster management. Discuss. (250 Words)

Mentor’s Comments: Answer can introduce itself by discussing change in attitude of corporate sector’s relation with the society. What are the basic challenges and barriers faced during disaster management operations. Then brief discussion on resourcefulness of corporate sector followed by discussion on how disaster management program can be overcome by corporate help. End your answer… Continue reading Given their resourcefulness and organizational capacity, corporate sector can help in overcoming several barriers encountered in disaster management. Discuss. (250 Words)

There is been an increase in occurance of zoonotic human infectious diseases are zoonotic . Give reasons for this. Also suggest ways to contain and decrease the frequency of such events.(250 Words)

Mentor’ comment Explain what are zoonotic diseases. Give reasons for the increase in the frequency of such events. Suggest different ways in scientific, administrative, policy ways to deal with it.     Answer: Zoonotic diseases (transmitted from animals to humans), account for over 60% of infectious outbreaks. In the past fortnight, spotlight has been on… Continue reading There is been an increase in occurance of zoonotic human infectious diseases are zoonotic . Give reasons for this. Also suggest ways to contain and decrease the frequency of such events.(250 Words)

Monsoon is the lifeline of Indian Agriculture. In the light of this statement discuss ways to ensure food and farmer’s income security in case of a weak monsson.(250 words)

Mentor’s Comment Discuss monsoon’s importance for Indian Agriculture. Give precautionary steps that should be taken to ensure food and income security. Conclude on optimistic way to reduce the dependence on monsoon. Answer: The Indian agriculture is considered a gamble against monsoon because agricultural activities over almost all parts of India are very much dependent upon… Continue reading Monsoon is the lifeline of Indian Agriculture. In the light of this statement discuss ways to ensure food and farmer’s income security in case of a weak monsson.(250 words)

Temperature and vegetation in any region of earth is governed by multiple factors, latitude and altitude being the prominent ones. Comment.(250 Words)

Mentor’s Comment Discuss the effects of altitude and altitude and other factors on vegetation and temperature. Give examples of various biomes to explain your points. Draw a map or diagram to demarcate one region from other.     Answer: Temperature and vegetation in any region of earth is governed by multiple factors, latitude and altitude… Continue reading Temperature and vegetation in any region of earth is governed by multiple factors, latitude and altitude being the prominent ones. Comment.(250 Words)

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