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Q.2) To a certain degree both India and Bangladesh depend on each other for security and stability. In light of this, take an overview of the consolidation of the bilateral ties between the two countries and discuss the issues that need to be addressed between the two countries. (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/comments-to-avoid-in-long-standing-ties/article34721356.ece In the intro, mention the spectacular economic growth  achieved by Bangladesh. In the body, discuss how two countries are tied with each other as neighbours- sharing of approximately 4100km long land border with security implications for both the countries, cultural ties, economic ties and India’s role as a sole supporter in early years… Continue reading Q.2) To a certain degree both India and Bangladesh depend on each other for security and stability. In light of this, take an overview of the consolidation of the bilateral ties between the two countries and discuss the issues that need to be addressed between the two countries. (10 Marks)

Q.1) “18th century India witnessed decline of centralized empire and created a political vacuum” critically comment (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” In introduction write briefly about the political situation prevailing prior to 18th century in India and how it got changed after decline of Mughal empire. In first part of main body expand on political vacuum aspect caused by the decline of centralized authority. In second part write, critically, that though the centralized power… Continue reading Q.1) “18th century India witnessed decline of centralized empire and created a political vacuum” critically comment (10 Marks)

Q.2) What are the policy measures and interventions made by the government of India to deal with the challenge of child labour? Assess the impact of Covid-19 pandemic on child labour and suggest the measures to mitigate the impact. (15 Marks)

                         “Mentor’s comments” https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/breaking-the-cycle-of-child-labour-is-in-indias-hands/article34702648.ece In the intro, mention the figures about the number of child labour in India. In the body mention the policy measures and their impacts such as Mid Day Meal, MGNREGA 2005, Right to Education 2009, implementation of National Child Labour… Continue reading Q.2) What are the policy measures and interventions made by the government of India to deal with the challenge of child labour? Assess the impact of Covid-19 pandemic on child labour and suggest the measures to mitigate the impact. (15 Marks)

Q.3) What are the factors that led to the demand of global minimum corporate tax? What will be its implications for India? (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-far-reaching-tax-measure/article34711365.ece In the intro, mention the factors such as unfair tax competition, tendencies of multi-national companies towards profits shifting for tax evasion etc. In the next part mention how India could benefit from such a tax as India loses 10 billion due to offshore structures. Conclude by mentioning the need to avoid tax… Continue reading Q.3) What are the factors that led to the demand of global minimum corporate tax? What will be its implications for India? (10 Marks)

Q.4) “Both Law and Ethics are instrumental in controlling human conduct for peaceful social existence but ethics are not necessarily to do with being Law-abiding” Do you agree with this view? Justify your answer. (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Mentors comment – Introduce your answer with writing something about what is law and ethics Body: explain the domain of laws and ethics in human life ,how boundaries set up by law and ethics ensure long lasting peace in the society, how they are complimentary. But not necessarily mutually inclusive as some action… Continue reading Q.4) “Both Law and Ethics are instrumental in controlling human conduct for peaceful social existence but ethics are not necessarily to do with being Law-abiding” Do you agree with this view? Justify your answer. (10 Marks)

Q. 4) Ethics and norms of society are generally passed to the individual through the process of enculturation. However, there can be many situations which can lead to a conflict between an individual’s morals and societal ethics. How an individual can resolve such conflict? Illustrate with suitable examples (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Define enculturation in introduction. Body – Tell how societal norms and ethics are passed to individuals by society e.g. – respect for elders in India, individualism in western society. Tell how individual moral can be different from societal norms – individual morals flows from conscience. e.g. – societal norm – caste discriminations; individual… Continue reading Q. 4) Ethics and norms of society are generally passed to the individual through the process of enculturation. However, there can be many situations which can lead to a conflict between an individual’s morals and societal ethics. How an individual can resolve such conflict? Illustrate with suitable examples (10 Marks)

Q. 3) Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 put an obligation to ensure traceability. What are the implications of the traceability of the originator of information on social media platforms for the user and the intermediaries providing messaging functions? (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/power-play-to-bring-the-digital-ecosystem-to-heel/article34693088.ece In the intro, mention the new IT Rules 2021 mandating certain obligations from the social media platforms. In the body, mention the role of end-to-end encryption in protecting the privacy of the user as these messages are difficult to intercept and decrypt. Traceability of the message without ending end-to-end encryption is difficult.… Continue reading Q. 3) Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 put an obligation to ensure traceability. What are the implications of the traceability of the originator of information on social media platforms for the user and the intermediaries providing messaging functions? (10 Marks)

Q. 2) Assess the impact and influence of the two Covid-19 waves on India’s foreign policy. (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/covid-diplomacy-20-a-different-order-of-tasks/article34702641.ece https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/a-covid-blot-on-indias-foreign-policy-canvas/article34483476.ece In the intro, mention the intensity with which the second Covid-19 caused devastation in India. In the body, discuss India’s transition from global aid provider to the one seeking aid during the two waves and its consequences such as impact on regional primacy, vaccine maitri and inability to fulfil its commitment under… Continue reading Q. 2) Assess the impact and influence of the two Covid-19 waves on India’s foreign policy. (10 Marks)

Q. 1) “Historically Indian subcontinent has witnessed various foreign invasion resulting into political turmoil but these invasions led to enrichment of Indian Art and Culture” Comment (15 marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” In introduction talk about the various foreign invaders coming to India as they were attracted by the the richness of Indian subcontinent In first part of body talk about the resulting political turmoil and changing political scenario in India due to such invasions In second part talk about how it led to enrichment… Continue reading Q. 1) “Historically Indian subcontinent has witnessed various foreign invasion resulting into political turmoil but these invasions led to enrichment of Indian Art and Culture” Comment (15 marks)

Q. 1) Paintings in India has been an ever evolving art form depicting not just political scenario of India but also reflecting socio-cultural life of the period. Comment. (10 Marks)

  “Mentor’s Comment” In introduction talk about the evolution of paintings by giving Examples from Ancient to Modern age like Ajanta and Bagh Caves paintings, Mughal and Rajput paintings and Modern paintings like Bengal School of art In body- divide your answer in two parts Political scenario:- Idea about political situation we get from paintings… Continue reading Q. 1) Paintings in India has been an ever evolving art form depicting not just political scenario of India but also reflecting socio-cultural life of the period. Comment. (10 Marks)

Q.2) ‘As Nepal passes through another political turmoil, India needs to engage Nepal without intervening.’ In light of this, examine the factors that India should consider in dealing with Nepal. (10 Marks)

  “Mentor’s Comment” https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/nepal-government-parliament-dissolved-pm-k-p-oli-7334814/   In the intro, mention the recent dissolution of parliament in Nepal and the challenge it faces in the Supreme Court. In the body, mention the factors that India needs to consider while dealing with the situation such as India’s support for democracy in Nepal instead of monarchy, India need to… Continue reading Q.2) ‘As Nepal passes through another political turmoil, India needs to engage Nepal without intervening.’ In light of this, examine the factors that India should consider in dealing with Nepal. (10 Marks)

Q.3) India was a late adopter in all the previous phases of the digital revolution be it the semiconductors, the internet or smartphones. Do you think the same is happening again in India’s adoption of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

  “Mentor’s Comments”   https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/cryptocurrency-bitcoin-global-economy-7337200/   In the intro, mention growing global adoption of cryptocurrencies across the world. In the body, mention Indian government’s approach towards cryptocurrency. In the next part, mention the reason for its widespread adoption. Next, mention the advantages offered by the blockchain technology. Conclude by mentioning the need for regulation that… Continue reading Q.3) India was a late adopter in all the previous phases of the digital revolution be it the semiconductors, the internet or smartphones. Do you think the same is happening again in India’s adoption of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Q. 4) Action based on ethics essential for the establishment of peaceful society. Justify your views with suitable examples (10 Marks)

    “Mentor’s Comments” Introduce with line focussing on action or work like – not only say about peace, think about it. And not only think about it work for it. Write arguments which that proves action in ethics e.g. Gandhi action on non- violence India’s concept of NAM and acting on it Add one… Continue reading Q. 4) Action based on ethics essential for the establishment of peaceful society. Justify your views with suitable examples (10 Marks)

As an administrator, ethics is knowing the difference between what you have a right to do and what is right to do. Elucidate. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction define ethics in respect to administration and mention the need to knowing the distinction between your powerful rights and the right thing to do. In the body elaborate on the quote and as to why it is imperative for the administrator to do the right thing. Use examples to substantiate… Continue reading As an administrator, ethics is knowing the difference between what you have a right to do and what is right to do. Elucidate. 10 marks

The Union and state levies contribute to a significant part of the retail prices of petrol and diesel in India. Examine the reasons for such heavy taxation of these products and how their inclusion in GST would affect government revenues? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/gst-council-fuel-tax-global-crude-prices-7258878/ In the intro, mention the issue of rising fuel prices and demand for its reduction. In the body, mention the reasons for their heavy taxation discourage consumption, reduce impact on the environment, garner revenue to fund infrastructure etc. In the implications mention the issue of heavy dependence of states and the Centre… Continue reading The Union and state levies contribute to a significant part of the retail prices of petrol and diesel in India. Examine the reasons for such heavy taxation of these products and how their inclusion in GST would affect government revenues? 10 marks

India’s prolonged political neglect of Europe and continued reluctance to engage a major European institution like NATO needs a much-needed turnaround. In light of this, examine the factors affecting India’s engagement with Europe. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the intro, mention India’s growing engagement with the major European powers like France and the U.K. In the body, mention the various factors like historical, cold war politics and relations with Russia, the bureaucratisation of engagement between India and Europe, lack of political interest etc. Next, mention the need for India to… Continue reading India’s prolonged political neglect of Europe and continued reluctance to engage a major European institution like NATO needs a much-needed turnaround. In light of this, examine the factors affecting India’s engagement with Europe. 10 marks

Ancient Indian sculptural art is highly rich in its traditions. Trace the development ancient Indian sculpture that go back to the Indus Valley civilisation. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- Start by giving a brief intro about the glorious and rich Indian sculpture. In the body trace the development of Indian sculupture. Ccover about the development of Sculpture in South India under the Cholas. Also, mention about religious sculptures – Buddhist, Jain and Hindu. Cover the major and defining features of the sculpture… Continue reading Ancient Indian sculptural art is highly rich in its traditions. Trace the development ancient Indian sculpture that go back to the Indus Valley civilisation. 10 marks

“An unexamined life is not worth living”. – Socrates. What does the following quotations mean to you? Discuss the importance of self-realization? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly talk about Socrates and his philosophy. In the body highlight the importance of getting to know oneself by examining their strengths, weaknesses and how to overcome the same. Discuss the importance of self-realization and what happens when one does that. based on your discussion, form a fair and a… Continue reading “An unexamined life is not worth living”. – Socrates. What does the following quotations mean to you? Discuss the importance of self-realization? 10 marks

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