Q.3 Highlighting the issues with stubble burning in India, suggest some measures to tackle this challenge. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/addressing-north-indias-burning-issue-sustainably/article66036962.ece https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/editorials/another-year-same-struggle-to-breathe-8241430/ In the introduction, explain the menace of stubble burning and the resultant air pollution. In the body, list down the issues associated with stubble burning. Next, write a way forward on how to handle this challenge. Conclude accordingly.

Q.2 There have been multiple instances of friction between the elected government of a state and the governor in recent times. Examining the causes of such friction, suggest a way forward. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/editorials/rajasthan-govt-crisis-rajbhavan-dharma-governor-role-6528095/ In the introduction, mention constitutional provisions regarding appointment of the governor. Give some examples regarding recent events where frictions between states and governor have emerged. List down the causes of such frictions. Write a way forward invoking relevant recommendations of various commissions. Conclude on a balanced note.

Q.1 Malnutrition affects different strata of the society differently. Elaborate with examples. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- In introduction, define malnutrition. In the body, discuss the effect of malnutrition on different sections of society such as women, children, marginalized sections etc Write a brief way forward. Conclude accordingly.

Q.3 Although the adoption of genetically modified (GM) food crops is in our broader national interest, there are some concerns associated with it. Discuss. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/gm-mustard-a-win-for-science-and-the-farmer-8241413/ In the introduction, talk about the recent clearance to GM Mustard by the government. In the body, dwell upon the pros and cons of adoption of GM food crops. Write a brief way forward. Conclude on a balanced note.

Q.2 With the help of relevant Supreme Court judgements, analyse whether death penalty as a method of delivering justice should remain or go. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/the-death-penalty-and-humanising-criminal-justice/article66066429.ece In the introduction, give some statistics/relevant news related to death penalty in India. In the body, first mention some cases with Supreme Court’s view on death penalty. Next, give arguments for and against death penalty. Conclude with a way forward.

Q.4 Social media has played a key role in influencing political opinions and social attitudes in India. Comment. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly define the term ‘social media’ and its current relevance in day to day lives. Highlight the positive/negative role played by social media in influencing political opinions and social attitudes in India. Conclude with a way forward.

Q.1 Fully unlocking the value of India’s diversity will depend on the ability to manage contradictions and conflicts arising out of cultural differences. Discuss. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce by describing India’s diversity as a cultural asset, with potential economic, social, political benefits. List the major conflicts of cultures in India. List a comprehensive way forward for successful resolution of issues of cultural conflicts, with examples. Conclude by emphasizing the right intent to resolve cultural contradictions.

Q.4 Elucidate Swami Vivekananda’s ideas on nationalism. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly introduce the life of Swami Vivekananda. Bring out the various foundations on which his idea of nationalism is based upon. Conclude with the relevance of his views in present-day India.

Q.3 Digitizing land records will go a long way in ensuring land reforms as well as lessening the burden on the Indian Judiciary. Elaborate. Also, state the measures taken in this context. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly set the context by mentioning about digitization of land records. Write about the benefits that it will bring for the land reforms and the Indian judiciary. Mention steps taken by the Government in this regard. Conclude accordingly.

Q.2 Despite the constitutional division of powers, Centre-state disputes have been a perennial feature of Indian democracy. Discuss with examples. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly write about the Constitutional division of power between the Centre and States. With the help of examples, discuss how the Centre-State disputes have been a perennial feature of Indian democracy. Conclude accordingly.

Q.1 Give an account of the global distribution of volcanoes and explain why they are mainly concentrated along the Pacific Ring of Fire. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Start by introducing volcanoes. Give an account of the global distribution of volcanoes. Explain why they are mainly concentrated along the Pacific Ring of Fire. Conclude answer.

Q.4 Man is not only a product of his environment but can also modify the environment. Do you agree with this view? Justify your answer with suitable examples. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Explain what constitutes environment. With the help of relevant examples explain how the environment influences the value system of an individual. Write about situations in which great persons changed age-old values like patriarchy etc. thus bringing a change in society. Conclude accordingly.

Q.2 What do you understand by pressure groups? Citing examples, state the different types of techniques used by pressure groups. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce with the definition of pressure groups. Explain the techniques used by the pressure groups along with appropriate examples. Conclude appropriately.

Q.3 Highlighting the significance of forests, elaborate upon the challenges of forest management in India. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/we-need-a-forest-led-cop27/article66001227.ece In introduction, talk about the need of forest sustainability. In the body, first mention the significance of forests. Next, talk about the challenges of forest management in India. Conclude with a way forward.

Q.1 Enlist the factors responsible for the location of jute industry in India. Also, discuss the challenges faced by the industry. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce by briefly explaining the jute industry in India. Mention the factors responsible for their location in India. Discuss the challenges faced by this industry. Conclude accordingly

Q.4 It is essential that people have access to information if they are to have the capacity to exercise other rights. Discuss the statement with focus on importance of RTI in governance. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly introduce the Right to Information Act. Discuss how access to information is a prerequisite for people to have the capacity to exercise other rights. Discuss the above with focus on the importance of RTI in governance. Conclude briefly.

Q.3 Discuss the various issues that hinder the development of the port infrastructure in India and state the recent measures taken by the government to address the same. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Highlight the importance of port infrastructure. Mention the various issues confronting the development of port infrastructure in India. Suggest the measures taken up by the government in addressing the same. Conclude accordingly.

Q.2 Stories of exploitation and labour violations faced by Indian workers in the Gulf countries have come to light in recent times. Examining the issue at hand, list down some of the steps taken for labour welfare. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/how-we-can-protect-migrant-workers-8227060/ Introduce by mentioning some stats about labour violations and exploitation in Gulf countries. In the body, highlight the prevailing discrimination. Next, mention steps taken by both sides in order to address the issue. Conclude with a way forward.

Q.1 What are the different non-conventional energy sources available in India? Highlight their importance in providing eco-friendly energy. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce the meaning of non-conventional energy sources. Elaborate on different non-conventional energy sources in India. Highlight its importance and conclude appropriately.

Q.4 The moral fibre and ethical conduct of public officials not only influence the standard of governance but also their own interests and performance. Elaborate. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly discuss what is meant by ethical conduct. Elaborate how ethical conduct influences the standard of governance. Discuss how it is also beneficial for a public official’s own performance. Give a brief conclusion.

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