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Q.4 You are posted as the Commissioner of Police in a metropolitan city where a visiting foreign dignitary, with President-level security cover, is scheduled to visit for an official function. As a part of the security preparedness, it has been decided that no vehicular traffic will be allowed on the route which will be taken by the foreign dignitary to reach the venue of the function in the city. However, just 15 minutes before the scheduled arrival of the dignitary, you are informed that a critically-ill patient is stuck on the way to the hospital in a private car along with his family. In this situation, answer the following: (a) Discuss the issues involved in halting traffic for VIP movement. (b) List the options available to you in this situation with their merits and demerits. (c) What will be your course of action? Justify with proper reasoning. (20 Marks)
Mentor’s Comments- Briefly state the facts of the case. Write the issues involved in halting traffic for VIP movement. Mention… Continue reading Q.4 You are posted as the Commissioner of Police in a metropolitan city where a visiting foreign dignitary, with President-level security cover, is scheduled to visit for an official function. As a part of the security preparedness, it has been decided that no vehicular traffic will be allowed on the route which will be taken by the foreign dignitary to reach the venue of the function in the city. However, just 15 minutes before the scheduled arrival of the dignitary, you are informed that a critically-ill patient is stuck on the way to the hospital in a private car along with his family. In this situation, answer the following: (a) Discuss the issues involved in halting traffic for VIP movement. (b) List the options available to you in this situation with their merits and demerits. (c) What will be your course of action? Justify with proper reasoning. (20 Marks)
Q.3 Examine the challenges faced by start-ups in India. What has been the government’s role in simplifying these challenges? (15 Marks)
Mentor’s Comments- https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/opinion/et-editorial/policy-engine-on-keep-going-startup-india/articleshow/95646025.cms Introduce the answer by briefly talking about the status of start-up industry in India. In the body,… Continue reading Q.3 Examine the challenges faced by start-ups in India. What has been the government’s role in simplifying these challenges? (15 Marks)
Q.2 The ratification of the India-Australia trade deal by the parliament further underlines the positive relationship between both countries. Comment. (10 Marks)
Mentor’s Comments- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/india-australia-ecta-free-trade-agreement-8286252/ In the introduction, mention the ratification of ECTA by the Australian parliament. In first party of the… Continue reading Q.2 The ratification of the India-Australia trade deal by the parliament further underlines the positive relationship between both countries. Comment. (10 Marks)
Q.1 Even though it introduced several features which later laid the foundation for the Indian Constitution, the Government of India Act 1935 had several shortcomings. Examine. (10 Marks)
Mentor’s Comments- Introduce with a few lines on the Government of India Act of 1935. In the body, write about… Continue reading Q.1 Even though it introduced several features which later laid the foundation for the Indian Constitution, the Government of India Act 1935 had several shortcomings. Examine. (10 Marks)
Q.4 If a law is unjust, a man is not only right to disobey it, he is obligated to do so. Discuss. (10 Marks)
Mentor’s Comments- Briefly discuss the moral foundations of a law. Explain the basis of an unjust law. Mention the need… Continue reading Q.4 If a law is unjust, a man is not only right to disobey it, he is obligated to do so. Discuss. (10 Marks)
Q.3 The concentration of wealth at the top necessitates addressing scarcity of resources for the masses. In this context, assess the potential of Universal Basic Income (UBI) in furthering the goals of economic equity. (10 Marks)
Mentor’s Comments- Introduce the answer by defining the concept of Universal Basic Income (UBI). In the body, discuss the potential… Continue reading Q.3 The concentration of wealth at the top necessitates addressing scarcity of resources for the masses. In this context, assess the potential of Universal Basic Income (UBI) in furthering the goals of economic equity. (10 Marks)
Q.1 Examine the reasons behind rising communalism in the Indian National Movement. What were its consequences? (10 Marks)
Mentor’s Comments- Introduce by briefly explaining the term Communalism. Write about the factors that contributed to fanning communal consciousness during… Continue reading Q.1 Examine the reasons behind rising communalism in the Indian National Movement. What were its consequences? (10 Marks)
Q.2 Highlight the concerns associated with the smooth functioning of the Election Commission of India. Suggest ways to make it more efficient. (10 Marks)
Mentor’s Comments- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/pratap-bhanu-mehta-judiciary-may-not-be-the-best-selector-election-commissioners-8285736/ Introduce the answer by mentioning the constitutional provisions related to the ECI and its importance. In the… Continue reading Q.2 Highlight the concerns associated with the smooth functioning of the Election Commission of India. Suggest ways to make it more efficient. (10 Marks)
Q.4 Education is useless, unless it can move one’s conscience into action. Analyze the role of education in building conscientious character. (10 Marks)
Mentor’s Comments- Introduce by describing the meaning of education. Mention impact of education on one’s actions. In body, list points… Continue reading Q.4 Education is useless, unless it can move one’s conscience into action. Analyze the role of education in building conscientious character. (10 Marks)
