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Especially since the 14th Finance Commission award, the existence of ‘Special Category States’ has been called into question. Examine? (150W/10M)

Mentors Comment: With the demand of Andhra Pradesh for SCS, the issue is again back in limelight and…

November 6, 2018
Distinguish between the twin concept of Imperialism and Colonialism and identify the three distinct ages of British colonial in India. (250W/15M)

Mentor’s Comment: This is a very basic question having two parts, 1st one is clearly asking the meaning…

November 6, 2018
What do you mean by SMART Governance? Highlight its significance in the context of Indian Bureaucracy. (150W/10M)

Mentor’s Comment: Mention the meaning of SMART Governance with its features. How the features of SMART Governance helps…

November 5, 2018
What are the myths and realities associated with GM food? Do you think India should maintain its still-rich genetic diversity for the future of our agriculture instead of going for GM crops? Critically comment. (150W/10M)

Sources: https://rajyasabha.nic.in/rsnew/publication_electronic/gen_modify_crops.pdf https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/should-we-grow-gm-crops/article19226398.ece Introduction: GM Food is a food which has been produced using organisms that have been…

November 5, 2018
What are the merits of the idea of conducting simultaneous elections for state assemblies and Parliament? Are there compelling reasons for India to consider this option? Critically examine. (150W/10M)

Sources: https://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:B4_oZguTHWcJ:https://indianexpress.com/article/india/prime-minister-narendra-modi-niti-aayog-election-financial-year-merits-and-demerits-of-simultaneous-elections-and-change-in-fiscal-proposals-by-pm-modi-4626089/+&cd=3&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=in https://www.livemint.com/Opinion/MgitLxJasfNAbKDhnCQgUJ/Simultaneous-elections-are-a-bad-idea.html Introduction: Recently, the concept of simultaneous election in India has been reinitiated which entails for…

November 5, 2018
Prohibiting women entry and worshiping in spaces dominated by male custodian of religion is not just a matter of violating women’s equality in matters of faith but also their dignity and continuation of male appropriation of religion. Critically analyse in the context of recent landmark judgment given by Supreme Court. (250W/15M)

Mentor’s Comment: This question is very contemporary based on the burning issue of violation of women rights for…

November 5, 2018
Examine the relevance of the following in the context of civil service citing examples. (10 Marks) a)Probity b)Taking Accountability c)Delegation d)Developing Others e)Consultation and Consensus Building

Mentor’s Note Similar question was there in 2017. These values have been mentioned repeatedly in PM’s speeches and…

November 3, 2018
The double burden of malnutrition threatens India’s demographic dividend. Assess India’s strategy to counter the same.(150W/10M)

Mentor’s Comment Introduce with what is the double burden of malnutrition. Followed by how it threatens the demographic…

November 3, 2018
How is the National Green Tribunal (NGT) different from the regular judiciary? Critically analyse the performance of the NGT with respect to its mandate.(250W/15M)

Mentors Comment: Question is simple and straightforward. You have to discuss how Ac of 1919 or Montagu Chelmsford…

November 3, 2018
Trace the evolution of different land revenue systems in different parts of British India. (250W/15M)

Mentor’s Comment: This is a very basic question and a fair idea about NCERTs, some standard book can…

November 3, 2018

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