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The Maximum Support Price (MSP) regime was the creation of the era of scarcity of the food grain and over-reliance on it in the time of surplus production could prove counterproductive. Comment. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/farm-bills-2020-india-farmers-msp-price-coronavirus-modi-govt-6721272/ In the intro, briefly mention what MSP is. In the body mention how MSP has been beneficial… Continue reading The Maximum Support Price (MSP) regime was the creation of the era of scarcity of the food grain and over-reliance on it in the time of surplus production could prove counterproductive. Comment. 10 marks

GST which has been hailed as the achievement in the cooperative federalism in the country has turned into a flashpoint in the Centre-State relations on the GST compensation issue. In light of this, elaborate on the issue and what would be its implications for the federalism? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/gst-states-compensation-revenue-nirmala-sitharaman-6721273/ In the intro, mention how GST involved surrendering financial autonomy on the part of states. In the body… Continue reading GST which has been hailed as the achievement in the cooperative federalism in the country has turned into a flashpoint in the Centre-State relations on the GST compensation issue. In light of this, elaborate on the issue and what would be its implications for the federalism? 10 marks

“Digital literacy is integral for financial inclusion.” Comment in the background of India’s efforts to expand access to organized financial systems through digital payments. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction explain what you understand by digital literacy. In the body focus the spurt in digital… Continue reading “Digital literacy is integral for financial inclusion.” Comment in the background of India’s efforts to expand access to organized financial systems through digital payments. 10 marks

The interpretation of the constitution by the judiciary has changed over the years in recent times, trace the change in approach of judiciary and explain with suitable examples. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction highlight that Indian constitution was a unique experiment which affected the quality of life of… Continue reading The interpretation of the constitution by the judiciary has changed over the years in recent times, trace the change in approach of judiciary and explain with suitable examples. 10 marks

The share of the elderly in the population is expected to increase to 20 per cent of the population by 2050. Thus to ensure a life of dignity, social security and safety, enabling them to actively participate in economic development and the process of nation building is an absolute necessity. Discuss. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly mention the key facts/data showing the increase in the elderly population. In the body… Continue reading The share of the elderly in the population is expected to increase to 20 per cent of the population by 2050. Thus to ensure a life of dignity, social security and safety, enabling them to actively participate in economic development and the process of nation building is an absolute necessity. Discuss. 10 marks

You have been recently posted as Superintendent of Police of a district which has a famous temple. Shortly thereafter you found that there is considerable tension in your district on the issue of allowing entry of women in the temple. The women were trying to break the allegedly 400-year-old tradition of the temple, which banned women from entering its inner sanctum. Recently a 350-strong group of women was stopped by the the temple administration from entering the temple. This led to a scuffle wherein few women participating in the protest were manhandled. There is a pressure on you from local politicians who want you to prevent any such forced entry as elections are approaching. (a) Do you think there is a dichotomy between progressive values guaranteed to women by the Constitution and regressive traditions which continue in the garb of religion? How can this dichotomy be resolved? (b) How would you manage the law and order situation created by the forced entry? (c) How would you manage and mould patriarchal attitude of the temple administrators and male elders to ensure harmony. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly explain the case study. In the body , first give a brief introduction of… Continue reading You have been recently posted as Superintendent of Police of a district which has a famous temple. Shortly thereafter you found that there is considerable tension in your district on the issue of allowing entry of women in the temple. The women were trying to break the allegedly 400-year-old tradition of the temple, which banned women from entering its inner sanctum. Recently a 350-strong group of women was stopped by the the temple administration from entering the temple. This led to a scuffle wherein few women participating in the protest were manhandled. There is a pressure on you from local politicians who want you to prevent any such forced entry as elections are approaching. (a) Do you think there is a dichotomy between progressive values guaranteed to women by the Constitution and regressive traditions which continue in the garb of religion? How can this dichotomy be resolved? (b) How would you manage the law and order situation created by the forced entry? (c) How would you manage and mould patriarchal attitude of the temple administrators and male elders to ensure harmony. 10 marks

Do you agree with the view that the flexible inflation targeting framework adopted by the Reserve Bank of India has worked modestly in the normal times but put limits on the RBI’s capability in the times of severe growth shock scenario? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/reserve-bank-of-india-flexible-inflation-economy-coronavirus-monetary-policy-committee-6708680/ In the body, mention briefly the inflation-targeting framework. In the body discuss in detail how inflation targeting… Continue reading Do you agree with the view that the flexible inflation targeting framework adopted by the Reserve Bank of India has worked modestly in the normal times but put limits on the RBI’s capability in the times of severe growth shock scenario? 10 marks

Developing countries are often very vulnerable to exploitation by multi-national corporations. They support industrialization but lack of infrastructure is a major limiting factor. Further, without suitable laws and regulations, developing nations are ill prepared for such endeavours. In their efforts to attract business, these nations often overlook the health and safety violations by the corporations doing business within their borders. Drawn by low-cost labour, new markets, and lower operation costs, corporations have little incentive to address environmental and human risks once they are entrenched. In this situation there is imminent threat of disaster. Discuss some feasible strategies to balance economic development and safety and security of people at large in developing countries with special emphasis on India. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly discuss the case study. In the body discuss the character of MNCs first with… Continue reading Developing countries are often very vulnerable to exploitation by multi-national corporations. They support industrialization but lack of infrastructure is a major limiting factor. Further, without suitable laws and regulations, developing nations are ill prepared for such endeavours. In their efforts to attract business, these nations often overlook the health and safety violations by the corporations doing business within their borders. Drawn by low-cost labour, new markets, and lower operation costs, corporations have little incentive to address environmental and human risks once they are entrenched. In this situation there is imminent threat of disaster. Discuss some feasible strategies to balance economic development and safety and security of people at large in developing countries with special emphasis on India. 10 marks

What are the threats posed by the spread of misinformation on the internet? How the regulation issues has been complicated by the growing heft of the social media companies? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/approaching-the-misinformation-storm/article32785126.ece In the body, mention how the advent of the internet has fuelled the spread of misinformation on… Continue reading What are the threats posed by the spread of misinformation on the internet? How the regulation issues has been complicated by the growing heft of the social media companies? 10 marks

Despite suffering from symmetric representation and subsequent debate concerning the women’s representation, India still lacks the reservation for women in the Parliament. What are the reasons for the delay in the passage of the women’s reservation bill? What are the implications of the lack of sufficient women representation? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/indian-constitution-absence-of-women-parliament-6705753/ In the body, mention the debate over the insignificant women representation in the Indian Parliament. In the… Continue reading Despite suffering from symmetric representation and subsequent debate concerning the women’s representation, India still lacks the reservation for women in the Parliament. What are the reasons for the delay in the passage of the women’s reservation bill? What are the implications of the lack of sufficient women representation? 10 marks

You are the dean of an engineering college. You have received a complaint regarding prejudice against students from lower castes by some senior professors. These professors have contributed a lot academically to the university. However, this particular instance has disturbed peace and harmony in the campus. (a) Discuss the immediate steps you would take to contain growing discontent among some students. (b) Discuss the action to be taken if the professors are found to be guilty and also evaluate the steps if it comes out to be a false case against the professors. (c) What should be the responsibilities of professors and students to create positive social ambience in the campus? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly explain the case study. The case is about social discrimination- perceived or actual. The… Continue reading You are the dean of an engineering college. You have received a complaint regarding prejudice against students from lower castes by some senior professors. These professors have contributed a lot academically to the university. However, this particular instance has disturbed peace and harmony in the campus. (a) Discuss the immediate steps you would take to contain growing discontent among some students. (b) Discuss the action to be taken if the professors are found to be guilty and also evaluate the steps if it comes out to be a false case against the professors. (c) What should be the responsibilities of professors and students to create positive social ambience in the campus? 10 marks

Examine how the reforms introduced in the three labour codes will help in reviving the economy and remove the barriers in the expansion of the firms? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/migrant-workers-coronavirus-job-opportunities-6705782/ In the intro, mention the issue of the informal sector in India and its connection with the… Continue reading Examine how the reforms introduced in the three labour codes will help in reviving the economy and remove the barriers in the expansion of the firms? 10 marks

Obsession with non-alignment diverts Delhi’s policy attention away from the urgent task of rapidly expanding India’s national capabilities in partnership with like-minded partners. Comment. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/quad-ministerial-meeting-indo-pacific-tokyo-india-forrign-policy-jaishankar-6704398/ In the body, mention how non-alignment still influences India’s foreign policy. In the body discuss how non-alignment… Continue reading Obsession with non-alignment diverts Delhi’s policy attention away from the urgent task of rapidly expanding India’s national capabilities in partnership with like-minded partners. Comment. 10 marks

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