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Q.2 India’s trajectory towards an increased strategic footprint in West Asia has been in development for some time now, and the Abraham Accords provided a fillip to India’s engagement with the region. Comment. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/the-abraham-accords-as-indias-west-asia-bridge/article36007225.ece In the intro mention the Abraham Accrods singed between Israel and Arab countries. In the body, mention the importance of the region for India and how the normalisation of the relations between Arab countries and Israel has implications far beyond these countries. Mention its implications for India which had to balance the relations… Continue reading Q.2 India’s trajectory towards an increased strategic footprint in West Asia has been in development for some time now, and the Abraham Accords provided a fillip to India’s engagement with the region. Comment. (10 Marks)

Q.3 Discuss how Einstein’s theory of relativity revolutionised the field of physics? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/celebrating-einsteins-century/article35964586.ece In the intro, mention Noble Prize awarded to Einstein a century ago. In the body, mention two theories i.e. special relativity and general relativity and how it diverged from Newtonian Mechanics and their implications for modern physics. Conclude by mentioning that Einstein led physics out of its traditional moorings and opened it up… Continue reading Q.3 Discuss how Einstein’s theory of relativity revolutionised the field of physics? (10 Marks)

Q.2 How the decline in the functioning of India’s Parliament — and state assemblies as well — is closely linked to the lack of independence and impartiality of the Speaker? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/how-can-we-guarantee-the-speakers-impartiality-7460392/ In the intro, mention the important role played by the speaker in the house. In the body, mention the issues with the power vested in the Speakers of the houses and its relationship with the speaker not being independent and impartial. In the suggestion, mention the need for the provision for the… Continue reading Q.2 How the decline in the functioning of India’s Parliament — and state assemblies as well — is closely linked to the lack of independence and impartiality of the Speaker? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Q.4 “Max Weber said that it is not wise to apply to public administration the sort of moral and ethical norms we apply to matters of personal conscience. It is important to realize that the state bureaucracy might possess its own independent bureaucratic morality.” Critically analyse this statement. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Elaborate the given statement. Point out the difference in ethical norms applied in public administration and personal conscience. Discuss independent bureaucratic morality. Support with examples.

Q.3 Livestock is the major source of cash income for marginal farmers and is insurance in the event of crop failure. However, the lack of good quality feed and fodder impacts the productivity levels of cattle. In light of this, examine the significance of Sub-Mission on Fodder and Feed recently launched by the government. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/more-feed-better-productivity/article35961260.ece In the intro, mention the importance of livestock for the country as about 200 million Indians are involved in dairy and livestock farming. In the body, mention the issue of lack of affordable good quality feed and fodder for livestock and its impact on the cost of milk productivity. In the next part… Continue reading Q.3 Livestock is the major source of cash income for marginal farmers and is insurance in the event of crop failure. However, the lack of good quality feed and fodder impacts the productivity levels of cattle. In light of this, examine the significance of Sub-Mission on Fodder and Feed recently launched by the government. (10 Marks)

Q.2 What are the implications of the return of the Taliban in Afghanistan for India? What should be India’s strategy in dealing with the Taliban rule Afghanistan? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/taliban-has-taken-kabul-delhi-must-watch-not-pronounce-doom-7456999/ In the intro, mention the recent capture fall of Kabul after the withdrawal of the US forces. In the bod, mention the implications for India such as security, connectivity challenges, economic challenges and threats emanating from Pakistan and Taliban etc. In the strategy mention the need for India to engage with the… Continue reading Q.2 What are the implications of the return of the Taliban in Afghanistan for India? What should be India’s strategy in dealing with the Taliban rule Afghanistan? (10 Marks)

Q.1 Spatial transformation of Indian cities requires new planning template. Discuss. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- In the introduction, mention the important role of urban cities in light of growing population. In the body, give brief overview of the urbanization process in India. Then, mention the challenges involved. Discuss the need for spatial transformation and mention some major transformations that are required.Also, emphasize the role of proper planning in… Continue reading Q.1 Spatial transformation of Indian cities requires new planning template. Discuss. (15 Marks)

Q.3 How startup ecosystem can help India become a powerhouse of the global economy? What are the challenges and suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/how-startup-ecosystem-can-help-india-become-powerhouse-of-global-economy-7457018/ In the intro, mention that India is home to more than 40,000 startups and is building a robust tech and internet infrastructure. In the body, mention the factors such as high percentage of working age population, internet penetration, the talent pool of skilled workforce, increased expendable income and large capital inflows are… Continue reading Q.3 How startup ecosystem can help India become a powerhouse of the global economy? What are the challenges and suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Q.2 The constantly evolving international environment presented India not just with opportunities but numerous challenges. In light of this, examine how the global interactions shaped India after Independence. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/indias-fate-is-tied-to-the-rest-of-the-world/article35917936.ece In the intro, mention how India’s fate is closely linked with the world. In the body, mention the various phases such as before Cold War and After Cold war, and evolution of phases of India’s interaction with the world after independence and their influence on India. Also mention how circumstances necessitated different approaches to… Continue reading Q.2 The constantly evolving international environment presented India not just with opportunities but numerous challenges. In light of this, examine how the global interactions shaped India after Independence. (10 Marks)

Q.1 “Demographic Dividend in India will remain only theoretical unless our manpower becomes more educated, aware, skilled and creative.” What measures have been taken by the government to enhance the capacity of our population to be more productive and employable? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- In introduction, mention what do you understand by demographic dividend. In the body, mention measures taken by the Government to reap the demographic dividend- measures to enhance skill and productivity, improve employability, improve educational performance etc.Also mention some of the challenges. Conclude with a way forward.

Q.3 What is e-RUPI? How it can play an important role in transforming various government welfare schemes? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comments- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/how-e-rupi-can-transform-governments-welfare-schemes-7451162/ In the intro, mention the recent launching of e-RUPI by the PM. In the body, explain about the e-RUPI and next mention role it can play in PDS, fertilizer subsidy by reducing overhead costs and plugging the leakages. Also mention the important role it can play in providing basic income. Conclude by… Continue reading Q.3 What is e-RUPI? How it can play an important role in transforming various government welfare schemes? (10 Marks)

Q.2 What is the role of the Parliament in a democracy? In recent times, the Indian Parliament has come under criticism for abdicating its role in several ways. Is the criticism justified? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/parliament-is-abdicating-its-oversight-role/article35886803.ece In the intro, mention the how pandemic affected the functioning of legislatures in India. In the body, mention the issues with such as reduced functioning, decreasing level of debate on the various issues, neglect of the role of the parliamentary committees, disruption of functioning, etc. Mention the figures about these from PRS. Conclude… Continue reading Q.2 What is the role of the Parliament in a democracy? In recent times, the Indian Parliament has come under criticism for abdicating its role in several ways. Is the criticism justified? (10 Marks)

Q.1 ‘Women’s movement in India has not addressed the issues of women of lower social strata.’ Substantiate your view. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- In introduction, highlight that women’s movement in India has come a long way since the advent of such movements by the early Indian social reformers such as Raja Ram Mohan Roy etc. In the body, talk about the nature of issues faced by the women of lower strata in different spheres such as… Continue reading Q.1 ‘Women’s movement in India has not addressed the issues of women of lower social strata.’ Substantiate your view. (15 Marks)

Q.4 What is meant by ‘crisis of conscience’? How does it manifest itself in the public domain? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Explain what is crisis of conscience. Mention the dilemma of a practical solution being ethically unfair and the approach that needs to be taken. Then mention how it manifests in the decision making process by civil servants. Elaborate by giving examples. Conclude by mentioning key to overcome such crisis of conscience for public… Continue reading Q.4 What is meant by ‘crisis of conscience’? How does it manifest itself in the public domain? (10 Marks)

Q.3 What are the objectives of inviting the private players to run the trains and why the Indian Railways failed to attract private players? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/why-indian-railways-failed-to-attract-private-players-to-run-trains-7449532/ In the intro, mention the tepid response to the railways proposal for the private players to run the trains. In the body, mention the objective such as private capital, technology and efficiency in the operation of railways. In the next part, mention the reasons for failure such as reluctance of IR to… Continue reading Q.3 What are the objectives of inviting the private players to run the trains and why the Indian Railways failed to attract private players? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

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