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The Fifteenth Finance Commission (XVFC) has or the first time, a finance commission has carved out resources meant for distributable statutory grants and dipped into the states’ revenue share for national defence, as against the tax share, in order to finance the Centre’s exclusive expenditure obligation. What are its implications for federalism? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/finance-commission-states-share-for-centres-expenditure-7188701/ In the intro, mention the Rs. 7000 croses set aside from the states’ share as allocation for… Continue reading The Fifteenth Finance Commission (XVFC) has or the first time, a finance commission has carved out resources meant for distributable statutory grants and dipped into the states’ revenue share for national defence, as against the tax share, in order to finance the Centre’s exclusive expenditure obligation. What are its implications for federalism? 10 marks

You are the District Magistrate in a district where a significant number of transgenders reside. While discrimination against the community is well known, commuters increasingly complain of harassment at their hands, especially at traffic junctions where transgenders are mostly involved in begging. This, at times, also leads to traffic management issues. You have received a number of complaints in this regard and have to act quickly to resolve it. However, a group of transgender associations argue that begging is their only source of livelihood. Given the situation, answer the following questions: (a) Describe the ethical issues involved in this case. Discuss the attitude of people towards transgenders in general and reasons for the same. (b) What possible courses of action can be undertaken in such situations? Discuss their merits and demerits. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly explain the case study. In the body discuss the ethical issues involved and the… Continue reading You are the District Magistrate in a district where a significant number of transgenders reside. While discrimination against the community is well known, commuters increasingly complain of harassment at their hands, especially at traffic junctions where transgenders are mostly involved in begging. This, at times, also leads to traffic management issues. You have received a number of complaints in this regard and have to act quickly to resolve it. However, a group of transgender associations argue that begging is their only source of livelihood. Given the situation, answer the following questions: (a) Describe the ethical issues involved in this case. Discuss the attitude of people towards transgenders in general and reasons for the same. (b) What possible courses of action can be undertaken in such situations? Discuss their merits and demerits. 10 marks

What are the factors that make Uttarakhand vulnerable natural disasters? Suggest the steps that need to be taken to deal make the state disaster resilient? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-resilient-future-for-uttarakhand/article33813220.ece In the intro, mention the recent glacial burst and the subsequent flood in the state. In the… Continue reading What are the factors that make Uttarakhand vulnerable natural disasters? Suggest the steps that need to be taken to deal make the state disaster resilient? 10 marks

What are the objectives of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (Amendment) Bill,2020. What are the concerns with some provisions of the bill? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/denying-women-the-right-over-their-bodies/article33804050.ece https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/mtp-bills-proposal-for-a-bureaucracy-to-vet-abortions-is-ill-judged-and-impractical-7183300/ In the intro, mention that the MTP Act of 1971 allowed termination of pregnancy in several… Continue reading What are the objectives of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (Amendment) Bill,2020. What are the concerns with some provisions of the bill? 10 marks

In light of rapidly changing societal dynamics, examine the role of educational institutions in shaping the future of children especially when rise in crime among children has lately been observed. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly narrate that the educational institutions in our society are of considerable importance. In the… Continue reading In light of rapidly changing societal dynamics, examine the role of educational institutions in shaping the future of children especially when rise in crime among children has lately been observed. 10 marks

What are the salient feature of National Rail Plan for 2030 and how it will benefit the Indian railways? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/national-rail-plan-maps-existing-railway-network-on-a-gis-platform-identifies-gaps-7183299/ In the intro, mention the introduction of the National Rail Plan in the budget. In the body,… Continue reading What are the salient feature of National Rail Plan for 2030 and how it will benefit the Indian railways? 10 marks

As in the historical past, Asia is big enough for both Asian giants to have complementary roles, share prosperity and be independent of each other and of the West. In light of this, examine India’s challenge in aligning its foreign policy in view of China’s rising global stature. 10 marks

  Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/taking-the-long-view-with-china/article33804031.ece In the intro, mention the rise of China and India as global super-powers. In the body,… Continue reading As in the historical past, Asia is big enough for both Asian giants to have complementary roles, share prosperity and be independent of each other and of the West. In light of this, examine India’s challenge in aligning its foreign policy in view of China’s rising global stature. 10 marks

Economic upliftment is one of the most enabling elements to release women from oppression, violence and powerlessness. Discuss and also throw light on how far India has been successful in empowering women. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction present a brief introduction about status of women. In the body explain in what way… Continue reading Economic upliftment is one of the most enabling elements to release women from oppression, violence and powerlessness. Discuss and also throw light on how far India has been successful in empowering women. 10 marks

What are the different mechanisms through which the Parliament can examine whether a government bill adheres to the constitutional principles? Also, examine the important role played by the parliamentary committees in examining the various provisions of the bill. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/farm-laws-sc-order-parliament-constitutionality-of-bills-7181744/ In the intro, mention the increasing instances act being challenged in the court over their constitutionality. In… Continue reading What are the different mechanisms through which the Parliament can examine whether a government bill adheres to the constitutional principles? Also, examine the important role played by the parliamentary committees in examining the various provisions of the bill. 10 marks

The Union Budget has provided a stimulus to growth by focusing on the infrastructure. But this there are several concerns about such a push. In light of this, examine how the Budget provides a stimulus to the growth and what are the concerns about such provision in the Budget. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/budget-2021-economy-nirmala-sitharaman-7179042/ In the intro, mention the increase in the capital expenditure in the Budget. In the body, mention… Continue reading The Union Budget has provided a stimulus to growth by focusing on the infrastructure. But this there are several concerns about such a push. In light of this, examine how the Budget provides a stimulus to the growth and what are the concerns about such provision in the Budget. 10 marks

India has been at the receiving end of the international criticism for some of its internal affairs. Suggest the measures to avoid such criticism. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/modi-government-international-criticism-india-foreign-policy-7180217/ In the intro, mention the recent comment of the US government on the internet shutdowns in India… Continue reading India has been at the receiving end of the international criticism for some of its internal affairs. Suggest the measures to avoid such criticism. 10 marks

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