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Q.2 Growing criminalisation has been a constant theme of Indian politics despite the efforts to curb it. What are the factors driving it? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/criminalisation-of-politics-must-be-curbed-7451116/ In the intro, mention the recent Supreme Court order about complete disclosure of criminal records of candidates of a party. In the body, mention the figures about the legislatures facing criminal charges. Next mention the factors driving the criminalisation such as winnability criteria by political parties, reluctance of political parties to tackle… Continue reading Q.2 Growing criminalisation has been a constant theme of Indian politics despite the efforts to curb it. What are the factors driving it? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Q.1 “Empowering women is the key to control the population growth.” Discuss. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- In the introduction, mention about the population growth in India and the pressure on resources it creates. In the body, mention some causes of poulation growth and link it with poor condition of women. After that, state how empowering women can play a crucial role in controlling the population growth. Conclude by mentioning… Continue reading Q.1 “Empowering women is the key to control the population growth.” Discuss. (10 Marks)

Q.4 “Where there is righteousness in the heart, there is beauty in the character. When there is beauty in the character, there is harmony in the home. When there is harmony in the home, there is order in the nation. When there is order in the nation, there is peace in the world.” — A. P. J. Abdul Kalam. Analyse the quote from the ethical perspectives relevant to today’s contemporary world. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Explain the quote by explaining the key terms and linking righteousness to peace. Elaborate the philosophical aspect and its importance in today’s world. Conclude suitably

Q.3 Despite many central government schemes, the financial position of discoms has not improved. What are the reasons for this? Suggest the way forward. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/why-central-government-schemes-to-improve-financial-position-of-discoms-have-not-worked-7449487/ In the intro, mention the recent report of Niti Aayog that has assessed the losses of discoms to be about Rs 90,000 crore in 2020-21. In the body, mention the governance issues with the reform-linked schemes, issues in the parameter of loss and difference between ACS and ARR. In the suggestion mention… Continue reading Q.3 Despite many central government schemes, the financial position of discoms has not improved. What are the reasons for this? Suggest the way forward. (15 Marks)

Q.2 Quad has come a long way since its formation and over the years, the Quad’s diplomacy has waxed and waned. However, in the present context, China is deeply worried about the re-emergence and strengthening of the Quad. In light of this, examine the implications of Quad for India-China relations. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/former-australian-prime-minister-kevin-rudd-writes-understanding-the-anxieties-behind-chinese-aggression-towards-india-7449486/ In the intro, mention that even a year after the Galwan valley clash efforts to resolve the crisis continues to proceed slowly. In the body, the background against which Quad was formed and how it has evolved and now deal with the broader agenda which include security, health economics etc. Next, mention… Continue reading Q.2 Quad has come a long way since its formation and over the years, the Quad’s diplomacy has waxed and waned. However, in the present context, China is deeply worried about the re-emergence and strengthening of the Quad. In light of this, examine the implications of Quad for India-China relations. (10 Marks)

Q.3 Going by past experiences, historic ruptures often generate and accelerate new global links that lay foundations for institutional changes, seeking enduring cooperation among nations. In light of this asses the challenges the global trade face in the post-Covid world. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/unpacking-the-resiliency-of-global-trade-yet-again/article35845220.ece In the intro, mention the economic disruption caused by the pandemic. In the body, describe the important role played by the global trade in the economy and its implications for the economic development. In the challenges mention the threat to globalisation, free economy, increase in protectionism etc. Next, mention the changes that… Continue reading Q.3 Going by past experiences, historic ruptures often generate and accelerate new global links that lay foundations for institutional changes, seeking enduring cooperation among nations. In light of this asses the challenges the global trade face in the post-Covid world. (10 Marks)

Q.2 ‘The collegium system for appointment of the judges is still the best, but it needs to weed out what is wrong in its actual working.’ In light of this, examine the issue with the collegium system and its implications for judiciary.(10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/why-the-collegium-system-while-the-best-for-judicial-appointments-needs-course-corrections-7447904/ In the intro, mention the NJAC and striking down of the 99th Constitutional Amendment. In the body, introduce the collegium system and mention the issues with the collegium system such as lack of transparency, lack of prescribed norms, fear of nepotism and patronage, beyond interpretive jurisdiction etc. In the implications mention the… Continue reading Q.2 ‘The collegium system for appointment of the judges is still the best, but it needs to weed out what is wrong in its actual working.’ In light of this, examine the issue with the collegium system and its implications for judiciary.(10 Marks)

Q.3 Plastic waste is one of the major sustainability challenges that impact societies. In light of this, assess the challenge posed by the issue of plastic waste in India and suggest the way forward to deal with the challenge. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-circular-economy-for-plastic/article35825072.ece In the intro, mention the figures about plastic waste generation in India. In the body, mention the impact of plastic waste such as contribution to greenhouse gas emission, land pollution, leaching of toxic chemicals in groundwater etc. In suggestion, mention the India Plastic Pact, and steps such as phasing out the products… Continue reading Q.3 Plastic waste is one of the major sustainability challenges that impact societies. In light of this, assess the challenge posed by the issue of plastic waste in India and suggest the way forward to deal with the challenge. (15 Marks)

Q.2 What are the issues facing technical education in India? Suggest the measures to address these issues. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/addressing-the-quality-deficit-in-indias-technical-education-7443755/ In the intro, mention the vacancies in the engineering colleges and the closing of several of them. In the body mention the issues such as deterioration of quality due to lack of quality teachers, lack of teachers, insufficient investment, lack of employment opportunities etc. In the suggestion, mention the establishment of an autonomous… Continue reading Q.2 What are the issues facing technical education in India? Suggest the measures to address these issues. (10 Marks)

Q.3 The government is amending the Income Tax Act to do away with retrospective taxation. Examine the advantages of this decision. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/a-pragmatic-laying-to-rest-of-the-retro-tax-ghost-11628235698775.html In the intro, mention the changes made in 2012 that introduced the provision of retrospective taxation in India. In the body mention the implication of the repeal of the retrospective taxation- resolution of cases such as Vodafone and Cairn Energy, restoring the trust of investors, creation of visibility and stability in the… Continue reading Q.3 The government is amending the Income Tax Act to do away with retrospective taxation. Examine the advantages of this decision. (10 Marks)

Q.2 Interstate border disputes have regional, national and international repercussions. In light of this, examine the implication of recent Assam-Mizoram border dispute and suggest measures to settle such conflict in India. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/assam-mizoram-border-dispute-act-east-policy-7444741/ In the intro, mention the conflict between the two states. In the body mention implications of such conflict for the states, region and country as a whole in terms of economic cost, security implications, a threat to unity and integrity etc, In the suggestions mention dialogue with all stakeholders, Development corridor on… Continue reading Q.2 Interstate border disputes have regional, national and international repercussions. In light of this, examine the implication of recent Assam-Mizoram border dispute and suggest measures to settle such conflict in India. (10 Marks)

Q.3 Examine the ways in which economic reforms of 1991 shaped the Indian industries. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/what-changed-after-the-economic-tsunami-that-hit-india-in-1991-7440423/ In the intro, mention the changes brought about in the 1991 economic reforms. In the body mention effects such as centrality to consumers which resulted in increasing demand, increased competition to Indian industries resulting in increased productivity, give a boost to aspiration of the industry which resulted in a boom in IT… Continue reading Q.3 Examine the ways in which economic reforms of 1991 shaped the Indian industries. (15 Marks)

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