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India needs to replicate its success in space and pharma in other areas of the knowledge economy. In light of this, examine the factors inhibiting success in other areas of the the knowledge economy. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/india-atmanirbharta-space-pharmaceuticals-isro-brazil-satellite-launch-covid-vaccine-export-211595/ In the intro, mention how India has been successful in developing vaccine for Covid and providing it… Continue reading India needs to replicate its success in space and pharma in other areas of the knowledge economy. In light of this, examine the factors inhibiting success in other areas of the the knowledge economy. 10 marks

The use of foreign policy in domestic politics has unintended effects on the international standing of the country. In light of this, examine how linking domestic politics with foreign policy affects India’s international standing on several issues. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/india-pakistan-loc-ceasefire-china-border-standoff-7210104/ In the intro, mention that in the recent past, India’s several domestic matters have come under international… Continue reading The use of foreign policy in domestic politics has unintended effects on the international standing of the country. In light of this, examine how linking domestic politics with foreign policy affects India’s international standing on several issues. 10 marks

There are legacy obstacles in the road to decarbonisation. What are these obstacles and suggest the pathway to remove these obstacles? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/governments-must-remove-obstacles-of-poorly-designed-planning-systems-fragmented-regulatory-mechanisms-lack-of-investment-7208927/ In the intro, mention India’s targets under the Paris Agreement. In the body mention legacy issues such… Continue reading There are legacy obstacles in the road to decarbonisation. What are these obstacles and suggest the pathway to remove these obstacles? 10 marks

What are the issues related to the Chief Justice of India’s role as the Master of Roaster and what are are its implications for the independence of the judiciary? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/master-and-the-roster/article33965207.ece In the intro, mention in brief the meaning of Master of the Roaster. In the body, mention… Continue reading What are the issues related to the Chief Justice of India’s role as the Master of Roaster and what are are its implications for the independence of the judiciary? 10 marks

Critically examine the issues directed towards sustainable urbanization. Discuss various government schemes to address the challenges arising in the way of urbanization. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction define what sustainable urbanisation is. In the answer body explain what are problems associated with… Continue reading Critically examine the issues directed towards sustainable urbanization. Discuss various government schemes to address the challenges arising in the way of urbanization. 10 marks

India still has a long way to go as far as the metrics of scientific research such as research papers and patents are concerned. In light of this, examine the various aspect of the draft Science, Technology and Innovation Policy 2020 (STIP2020) as it seeks a new path. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/imparting-direction-to-science-in-india/article33944995.ece In the intro, mention figures related to international patents from India. In the body, mention the increasing… Continue reading India still has a long way to go as far as the metrics of scientific research such as research papers and patents are concerned. In light of this, examine the various aspect of the draft Science, Technology and Innovation Policy 2020 (STIP2020) as it seeks a new path. 10 marks

What are the implications of the U.S.’s return to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) for West Asia? What are the challenges in the U.S’s return to it? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/us-iran-tensions-nuclear-deal-iraq-israel-joe-biden-administration-7208807/ In the intro, mention the U.S.’s unilateral withdrawal from the JCPOA. In the body, mention the implications… Continue reading What are the implications of the U.S.’s return to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) for West Asia? What are the challenges in the U.S’s return to it? 10 marks

Trust in government is increasingly an issue of concern everywhere. Analyse the statement. Also suggest some measures so that public institutions can be more trustworthy for citizens. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction define trust and its importance. In the body explain that the relevance of measures of… Continue reading Trust in government is increasingly an issue of concern everywhere. Analyse the statement. Also suggest some measures so that public institutions can be more trustworthy for citizens. 10 marks

Economic Survey 2020-2021 proposes debt-financed fiscal spending to be the driver of growth. Examine the basis of this argument and the risks involved. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-changing-fiscal-framework/article33916726.ece In the intro, mention India’s fiscal deficit for FY2020-21. In the body, mention Oliver Blanchard’s argument for… Continue reading Economic Survey 2020-2021 proposes debt-financed fiscal spending to be the driver of growth. Examine the basis of this argument and the risks involved. 10 marks

Taiwan’s position as a semiconductor superpower opens the door for more intensive strategic-economic cooperation between Delhi and Taipei. Yet, the relationship between the two lacks depth. What are the factors that influence the relationship between the two. Also, elaborate on the opportunities for India. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/taiwan-is-once-again-becoming-the-lightning-rod-in-us-china-tensions-7200024/ In the intro, mentionTaiwan’s dominance in the semiconductor industry. In the body, mention India’s One China policy… Continue reading Taiwan’s position as a semiconductor superpower opens the door for more intensive strategic-economic cooperation between Delhi and Taipei. Yet, the relationship between the two lacks depth. What are the factors that influence the relationship between the two. Also, elaborate on the opportunities for India. 10 marks

“In theory, India’s position on abortion is progressive. In practice, the law is flawed and punishes women”, to what extent do you think the statement is right in saying so about woman’s autonomy with respect to reproductive rights? Analyse. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the intro briefly narrate the position of women with respect to reproductive rights in general in the… Continue reading “In theory, India’s position on abortion is progressive. In practice, the law is flawed and punishes women”, to what extent do you think the statement is right in saying so about woman’s autonomy with respect to reproductive rights? Analyse. 10 marks

As an allied industry of agriculture the importance of the animal husbandry and dairy sector cannot be overstated. In light of this, examine the need for investment in these two sectors and role Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF) could play in transforming the rural economy. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/new-paradigm-in-animal-husbandry/article33907193.ece In the intro, mention that these two sectors collectively employe more than 100 million people. In the… Continue reading As an allied industry of agriculture the importance of the animal husbandry and dairy sector cannot be overstated. In light of this, examine the need for investment in these two sectors and role Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF) could play in transforming the rural economy. 10 marks

In a major shift, the 15th FC has sharply increased the proportion of grants whose receipt is conditional on specified reforms being undertaken by the states. What are these conditions? 10 marks

Mentor’scomment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/fifteenth-finance-commission-has-increased-proportion-of-grants-conditional-on-reforms-by-states-7200026/ In the intro, mention that 15th Finance Commission made crucial recommendations for state governments, covering tax devolution, grants from… Continue reading In a major shift, the 15th FC has sharply increased the proportion of grants whose receipt is conditional on specified reforms being undertaken by the states. What are these conditions? 10 marks

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