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Emotional intelligence in recent times has become the buzzword for determining the success of a person. Do you agree? If yes, mention the steps you have taken in your life to develop emotional intelligence. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction define what you understand by emotional intelligence. In the body explain that by improving your EQ and taking active steps to make changes, you’ll find you are more productive and can build more productive relationships around you. EI is important for everyone who wants to be career ready. Drawing on… Continue reading Emotional intelligence in recent times has become the buzzword for determining the success of a person. Do you agree? If yes, mention the steps you have taken in your life to develop emotional intelligence. 10 marks

India needs to explore the option of hydrogen-based vehicular fuel. But the adoption of it faces several challenges. In light of this, examine benefits and the challenges in adoption of hydrogen as a vehicular fuel. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.financialexpress.com/opinion/fuelling-a-green-future/2121991/ In the intro, mention how vehicular emissions contribute to air pollution. In the body, discuss the advantages of the adoption of hydrogen as vehicular fuel like reduced emission of pollutants, renewable source of energy, higher energy density, faster charging of fuel cells etc. In the challenges mention the use of hydrocarbons for… Continue reading India needs to explore the option of hydrogen-based vehicular fuel. But the adoption of it faces several challenges. In light of this, examine benefits and the challenges in adoption of hydrogen as a vehicular fuel. 10 marks

Fairness and inclusion are the two dimensions of equity in education. However, the shift towards digital education throws new challenges to the New National Education Policy in achieving these two dimensions. Comment. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.financialexpress.com/opinion/equity-in-education-matters/2121998/ In the intro, mention the importance of equity in education. In the body, discuss dimensions of equity such as inclusion and fairness which helps every person in achieving his potential irrespective of the circumstances he faces. In the next part, discuss how the shift towards digital education makes it difficult to ensure the adherence to… Continue reading Fairness and inclusion are the two dimensions of equity in education. However, the shift towards digital education throws new challenges to the New National Education Policy in achieving these two dimensions. Comment. 10 marks

Sea-level rise (SLR) is a “well accepted” consequence of climate change. Analyse. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction discuss the concept of Sea level rise. In the body you can write that  SLR is an increase in the level of the world’s oceans due to the effects of climate change, especially global warming, induced by three primary factors – Thermal Expansion, melting glaciers, Loss of Greenland and Antarctica’s… Continue reading Sea-level rise (SLR) is a “well accepted” consequence of climate change. Analyse. 10 marks

“Mob not only threatens democracy but also is one of the greatest impediments for the civil servants to provide good governance.” Discuss. In such a context do you think the ‘citizen’ in citizen charter is a misnomer? Critically analyse. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly narrate what is mob violence. In the body discuss the recent examples of mob violence in the country. Explain how mob violence threatens democracy; For example, it creates communalism vibes as India. Discuss how it is an impediment for civil servants. Conclude with suggesting some way forward like the… Continue reading “Mob not only threatens democracy but also is one of the greatest impediments for the civil servants to provide good governance.” Discuss. In such a context do you think the ‘citizen’ in citizen charter is a misnomer? Critically analyse. 10 marks

States are at the forefront of development and generation of opportunities and growth. Yet, States are facing the weakened financial capacity in the recent past. Examine the reasons for the weakened financial powers of the State and suggest the measures to improve it. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/the-financial-capacity-of-states-is-being-weakened/article33024573.ece In the intro, mention how the Constitution has provided for the financial independence of the State and the Centre. In the body, mention the various reason for the weakening of the financial health of the State like reduced devolution to the State, roll out of the GST has taken away the autonomy… Continue reading States are at the forefront of development and generation of opportunities and growth. Yet, States are facing the weakened financial capacity in the recent past. Examine the reasons for the weakened financial powers of the State and suggest the measures to improve it. 10 marks

How the economic progress of a country is shaped by the productivity of its labour force? What are the ways to enhance productivity? Also elaborate on the role played by the technology. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/fixing-the-rules-of-the-economy/article33024404.ece In the intro, mention how economic progress depends on productivity and not the population. In the body, explain the definition of productivity and how small but skilled labour force match the ability of a large number of unskilled workers and contribute more to the economy. In the next part, mention the importance… Continue reading How the economic progress of a country is shaped by the productivity of its labour force? What are the ways to enhance productivity? Also elaborate on the role played by the technology. 10 marks

What do understand by Atlantic Meridional Overturning Current? Explain in detail its relations with warming up of Indian Ocean. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly define AMOC. In the body first explain what the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation is. Then discuss the concept in detail, use facts from the article and detail upon how it affects the Indian Ocean and vice-versa. Conclude with significance of understanding such phenomena’s for their applications in understanding changing… Continue reading What do understand by Atlantic Meridional Overturning Current? Explain in detail its relations with warming up of Indian Ocean. 10 marks

Analyse the role played by the RBI in containing inflations? What are the legal provisions made to ensure the accountability of the RBI in this regard? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/reinforcing-rbis-accountability/article33006927.ece In the intro, mention the role played by the RBI in the economy like dealing with the monetary policy and containing inflation. In the body, mention how RBI has been given the legal role of containing inflation. In the next part, analyse the RBI’s contribution in containing the inflation by citing some… Continue reading Analyse the role played by the RBI in containing inflations? What are the legal provisions made to ensure the accountability of the RBI in this regard? 10 marks

Free speech is a basic right that preconditions the realisation of other rights. In light of this, examine Indian Constitutions approach toward free speech and how it differs from other democracies. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.google.com/amp/s/indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/france-teacher-beheaded-freedom-of-speech-hate-crime-6930297/lite/ In the intro, mention how freedom of speech enables a person to pursue other rights and why it is made fundamental right. In the next part, mention the constitutional provision under Article 19 which grants the freedom of speech. In the next part, compare it with the treatment of free speech in… Continue reading Free speech is a basic right that preconditions the realisation of other rights. In light of this, examine Indian Constitutions approach toward free speech and how it differs from other democracies. 10 marks

Discuss the accomplishments and failures of Non-cooperation movement of 1920. Also elaborate upon its impact on the subsequent freedom movements in pre-independence India. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In short start by explaining the significance that Non-cooperation movement of 1920 holds in the freedom struggle of India. In the body describe the Non-cooperation movement in detail first. State its achievements and failures and comment on the impact it made upon the consequent freedom movements. Conclude by highlighting the significance it holds… Continue reading Discuss the accomplishments and failures of Non-cooperation movement of 1920. Also elaborate upon its impact on the subsequent freedom movements in pre-independence India. 10 marks

Explain the concept of ‘Saam, Daam, Dand, Bhed’.also discuss to what extent is it relevant today in determining ethical conduct of an individual? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly narrate the meaning of saam,daam,dand,bhed. In the body explain the concept in detail. The modern global diplomacy revolves around the principle of ‘saam, daam, dand, bhed’ (persuade, purchase, punish, and exploit the weakness). His Arthashastra elevates the state to a position where service to it entails imperatives unknown to… Continue reading Explain the concept of ‘Saam, Daam, Dand, Bhed’.also discuss to what extent is it relevant today in determining ethical conduct of an individual? 10 marks

What are the platform workers? what are the issues faced by them? Suggest the measures to deal with the issues. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-secure-future-for-platform-workers/article32998179.ece In the intro, mention about the inclusion of platform workers in the labour code 2020. In the body, mention the definition. In the next part mention the issues such as lack of clarity about welfare measures, insufficient social security, lack of capital etc. In suggestions mention scheme for easy availability of credit,… Continue reading What are the platform workers? what are the issues faced by them? Suggest the measures to deal with the issues. 10 marks

What are the implications of India’s signing of foundational military agreements with the U.S. for India’s foreign policy. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/the-shifting-trajectory-of-indias-foreign-policy/article32998602.ece In the intro, mention the recent signing of BECA by India at 2+2 dialogue with the U. S. In the body discuss the various implication such signing of the deal for India’s foreign policy, for example, impact on the strategic autonomy, impact on relations with China and neighbouring countries, impact on relations… Continue reading What are the implications of India’s signing of foundational military agreements with the U.S. for India’s foreign policy. 10 marks

To what extent the British policies in colonial India transformed the agrarian structure of the time? Elucidate. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- Write in a few introductory lines that there was a tremendous impact on agrarian system of the country. Question is straightforward and one has to detail upon the various agrarian changes that British brought into the country – Britishers’ introduced a new class of landlords called Zamindars who regarded land as their private… Continue reading To what extent the British policies in colonial India transformed the agrarian structure of the time? Elucidate. 10 marks

Some feel that values keep changing with time and situation, while others firmly believe that there are certain universal and eternal human values. Give your perception in this regard with due justification. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction define what you understand by values. In the body discuss what constitutes values in an individual’s life. Values – They are the qualities and ideas that help guide our behaviour and define who we are. Our values come from our beliefs, and are formed by various means. Some examples of… Continue reading Some feel that values keep changing with time and situation, while others firmly believe that there are certain universal and eternal human values. Give your perception in this regard with due justification. 10 marks

Discoms continues to be the weakest link in the electricity chain although they enjoy the regulated rate of return. What are the reasons for stress in the Discoms and suggest the measures to make them self-sustaining. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/indias-discom-stress-is-more-than-the-sum-of-its-past/article32957608.ece In the intro, mention the important role played by the discoms by retailing the power to consumers. In the body, elaborate on the various factors that have been impacting the discoms- high AT and T losses, long term PPAs at higher rates, lack of cost-reflective tariffs by the regulators, challenge of payables… Continue reading Discoms continues to be the weakest link in the electricity chain although they enjoy the regulated rate of return. What are the reasons for stress in the Discoms and suggest the measures to make them self-sustaining. 10 marks

Despite turbulence in the region, India’s engagement with West Asia has always been characterised by non-alignment and ethos of equitable engagement. In light of this, elaborate on India’s approach to the region and contrast it with that of China’s. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/contesting-neighbours-revised-geopolitical-playbooks/article32947431.ece In the intro, mention the balancing act of diplomacy performed by India in maintaining the ties with countries of the region. In the body, mention how in past India and China was similar and characterised by the policy of non-interference in the politics of the region and how India maintained relations with… Continue reading Despite turbulence in the region, India’s engagement with West Asia has always been characterised by non-alignment and ethos of equitable engagement. In light of this, elaborate on India’s approach to the region and contrast it with that of China’s. 10 marks

Women instinctively fear for their safety every time they step out of their homes in many parts of India, Critically examine whether they enjoy the most basic of rights of free movement, enshrined in the Constitution? What should be the way forward? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction explain in brief the issue of public safety associated with women. In the body discuss first in what way in spite of various claims being made and voices being raised, the situation of women in India remains precarious with respect to public safety. Explain the notions of “safety” and “freedom”… Continue reading Women instinctively fear for their safety every time they step out of their homes in many parts of India, Critically examine whether they enjoy the most basic of rights of free movement, enshrined in the Constitution? What should be the way forward? 10 marks

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