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Creating post-harvest physical infrastructure is as important as the changes in the legal framework. In light of this, highlight the importance of recently announced Agriculture Infrastructure Fund and suggest the measures to increase the price realisation of agri-products by farmers. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.google.com/amp/s/indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/narendra-modi-agriculture-infrastructure-fund-scheme-india-farmers-6557619/lite/ In the intro, mention importance of storage facilities.  In the body, mention the AIF and its potential. In the suggestions mention the negotiable warehouse receipts and some reforms in futures trading in agri-commodities.  Conclude by highlighting the importance of agriculture to country. 

Analyse the salience of India-Sri Lanka relations as neighbours. Also examine how domestic politics in both the countries influence bilateral relation. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/the-centrality-of-devolution-in-development/article32369351.ece In the intro, mention how Sri Lanka is important for India.  In the body, mention factors such as security, trade, culture, shared colonial past as factors which makes the relations important. In the next part, mention Tamilian issue and the related politics in both the countries. Conclude by need to maintain the… Continue reading Analyse the salience of India-Sri Lanka relations as neighbours. Also examine how domestic politics in both the countries influence bilateral relation. 10 marks

Explain the mechanism of the monsoon rains in India. Discuss in detail its effect and significance on the economy. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction explain briefly the background of the question. In the body explain with suitable diagrams the entire mechanism. Define the advantages of it on the economy of the country; given the fact that a large portion of Indian agriculture is still dependent on rainfall for irrigation needs; a good rainfall would… Continue reading Explain the mechanism of the monsoon rains in India. Discuss in detail its effect and significance on the economy. 10 marks

How the proposed National Digital Health Mission could transform health system in India? What are the concerns with it? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/india-health-sector-data-ecosystem-niti-aayog-national-health-stack-bluebook-6553690/ In the introduction, mention NDHM.  In the body, mention advantages such as accountability, patient outcomes, evidence based policy making etc. In concerns mention privacy issue, adoption of common standards etc.  Conclude by mentioning the potential of such technology adoption. 

Innovations in data collection and reporting holds potential in many fields. Discuss various challenges with respect to data collection in India. Suggest short and long term solutions. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/the-challenges-in-counting-the-dead/article32347217.ece In the introduction, talk about technology of data – how data is the new oil. In the body, bring aspects from multiple dimensions. Like fields can governance, health, education etc. Again challenges should also be handled in holistic way like legal, administrative, technological etc. Conclude by giving short and long term solutions.

In one of the districts of a frontier state, narcotics menace has been rampant. This has resulted in money laundering, mushrooming of poppy farming, arms smuggling and near stalling of education. The system is on the verge of collapse. The situation has been further worsened by unconfirmed reports that local politicians as well as some senior police officers are providing surreptitious patronage to the drug mafia. At that point of time a woman police officer, known for her skills in handling such situations is appointed as superintendent of police to bring the situation to normalcy. If you are the same police officer, identify the various dimensions of the crisis. Based on your understanding, suggest measures to deal with the crisis. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly highlight the various challenges faced by the state administration in this. In the body discuss the following aspects: Talk about the various dimensions of the crisis faced as a woman police officer dealing the case. Provide the suitable measures to tackle the various issues under your capacity as a… Continue reading In one of the districts of a frontier state, narcotics menace has been rampant. This has resulted in money laundering, mushrooming of poppy farming, arms smuggling and near stalling of education. The system is on the verge of collapse. The situation has been further worsened by unconfirmed reports that local politicians as well as some senior police officers are providing surreptitious patronage to the drug mafia. At that point of time a woman police officer, known for her skills in handling such situations is appointed as superintendent of police to bring the situation to normalcy. If you are the same police officer, identify the various dimensions of the crisis. Based on your understanding, suggest measures to deal with the crisis. 10 marks

The gender gap in the STEM sector has been snowballing in the past few decades. Critically examine the reasons behind such trend spatially and temporally. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly explain key facts indicating the gender gap in the field of Science, technology, engineering and mathematics. In the body start with some data of UNESCO. Discuss the underlying causes of this gender gap, such as – Various studies have found that girls excel at mathematics and science-oriented subjects in… Continue reading The gender gap in the STEM sector has been snowballing in the past few decades. Critically examine the reasons behind such trend spatially and temporally. 10 marks

“A man can live and be healthy without killing animals for food and on the contrary if he eats meat, he participates in killing animal merely for the sake of his appetite and to act so is immoral.” Do you agree with this view? Critically examine. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly narrate the case study. In the body discuss the context of the case study first. Present points, may be taking both the sides; one – the act as an immoral one and the other as a moral one. Discuss in what way it is unjust to kill animals to… Continue reading “A man can live and be healthy without killing animals for food and on the contrary if he eats meat, he participates in killing animal merely for the sake of his appetite and to act so is immoral.” Do you agree with this view? Critically examine. 10 marks

How helpful the PMFBY has been to the farmers in fending off the risks? Assess the success of PMFBY and reasons for changes made in it by the roll-out of PMFBY 2.0. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.financialexpress.com/opinion/pm-fasal-bima-yojana-2-0-centre-revamps-flagship-scheme-to-ensure-quick-payment-of-claims-to-farmers/2053505/ In the intro, mention the purpose importance of insurance to the farmers. In the body, mention the important role played by PMFBY by citing the figures of its disbursement and how it provided the sort of income security to the farmers. In the next part mention some issues like the late payment… Continue reading How helpful the PMFBY has been to the farmers in fending off the risks? Assess the success of PMFBY and reasons for changes made in it by the roll-out of PMFBY 2.0. 10 marks

Examine the role of the Supreme Court as the guardian of the Constitution with reference to the provisions in the Constitution. What are the challenges judiciary faces? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/editorials/supreme-court-democracy-politicisation-judiciary-kashmir-covid-6552287/ In the intro, briefly explains why the Supreme Court is the guardian of the Constitution. In the body, mention the various provisions in the Constitution which enable the Courts to protect the fundamental rights of the citizens and its importance for the democracy. Next important role played by the Supreme Court is… Continue reading Examine the role of the Supreme Court as the guardian of the Constitution with reference to the provisions in the Constitution. What are the challenges judiciary faces? 10 marks

Chola bronze sculptures had set a new benchmark in the history of art and metallurgy”. Elucidate. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly explain the coming of Bronze sculptures in India; one can start with the mention of the ‘Dancing girl’ figurine of Mohenjodaro. In the body first explain that the making of bronze sculptures reached a high stage of development in South India during the medieval period. Although bronze images were… Continue reading Chola bronze sculptures had set a new benchmark in the history of art and metallurgy”. Elucidate. 10 marks

Examine the implications of India’s growing dependence on indirect tax revenue? Suggest the measures to reduce such dependence. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/india-taxation-policy-fiscal-deficit-covid-impact-on-economy-indirect-tax-revenue-6549290/ In the intro, mention the share of indirect taxes in India’s total tax revenue. In the body, mention its implications such as the impact on the poor, lower tax to gdp ratio, lower expenditure on the education and health etc. In the suggestion, mention the wealth tax and increasing corporate taxes, increasing… Continue reading Examine the implications of India’s growing dependence on indirect tax revenue? Suggest the measures to reduce such dependence. 10 marks

What are the features of constitutional secularism adopted by India? How the party politics in India poses a threat to the idea of constitutional secularism? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/the-future-of-indian-secularism/article32329223.ece In the intro, briefly define the secularism. In the body, mention the essential features such as how Constitution doesn’t shun the religion but treat all religions equally, keeping equal distance from all religions and interfering only to ensure the constitutional commitment is not violated. In the next part mention the role of politics… Continue reading What are the features of constitutional secularism adopted by India? How the party politics in India poses a threat to the idea of constitutional secularism? 10 marks

You are stuck in traffic driving a car. A poor girl looking very frail approaches you and start begging for money. Looking at her frail appearance, out of compassion, you take out your wallet to search for a ten rupees note. The girl then snatches your wallet and starts running. A man on a motorbike who see this act, catches the girl and starts beating her in full view of public. Now the traffic is moving and your car is in the middle of the road. What will you do in such a situation ? And why ? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction, do not waste too many words, as case studies require more explanation, keep the introductory lines short and crisp avoid re-iterating the question statement. In the body discuss what actions would you take : Firstly pullover the car to the side of the road, so as to have no disturbance… Continue reading You are stuck in traffic driving a car. A poor girl looking very frail approaches you and start begging for money. Looking at her frail appearance, out of compassion, you take out your wallet to search for a ten rupees note. The girl then snatches your wallet and starts running. A man on a motorbike who see this act, catches the girl and starts beating her in full view of public. Now the traffic is moving and your car is in the middle of the road. What will you do in such a situation ? And why ? 10 marks

India has witnessed a rapid degradation of its wetlands in recent times, Discuss the causes and explain in what way they will lead to water, food and climate insecurity in the country? Suggest solutions to address the issue. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly explain what wetlands are. In the body first explain why it is important to save wetlands? What kinds of challenges do they face in India? Discuss the causative factors such as – urbanization, agriculture expansion and pollution etc. Explain the link between health of Wetlands and the water, food… Continue reading India has witnessed a rapid degradation of its wetlands in recent times, Discuss the causes and explain in what way they will lead to water, food and climate insecurity in the country? Suggest solutions to address the issue. 10 marks

What is precision farming? What are its benefits? Also, examine the challenges in its application in India. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.downtoearth.org.in/blog/agriculture/why-farmers-today-need-to-take-up-precision-farming-64659 Int the intro, define the precision farming. In the body, first explain the technology, next mention its benefits like- increase in productivity, prevention of soil degradation, minimising the use of chemicals, low input cost etc. In the challenges mention the low farm holding in  India, high costs, lack of expertise etc. Conclude… Continue reading What is precision farming? What are its benefits? Also, examine the challenges in its application in India. 10 marks

Though many neighbouring countries share India’s concern towards China, their approach in dealing with China differs from India’s approach. In light of this examine the challenges India faces in maintaining its relations with its neighbourhood and the extended neighbourhood. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/isolating-china-as-proposition-and-the-reality/article32320417.ece In the intro, mention the rising discontent against China in the neighbouring countries. In the body, mention the growing concerns against China, at the same time how China is challenging India’s influence in Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Iran etc. Conclude by stressing the challenge of maintaining relations with the neighbouring countries while dealing with… Continue reading Though many neighbouring countries share India’s concern towards China, their approach in dealing with China differs from India’s approach. In light of this examine the challenges India faces in maintaining its relations with its neighbourhood and the extended neighbourhood. 10 marks

Police stations are more a demo of power center than service center. After getting into civil services, suppose you become Police head of a district. Analyze the steps which you will take to improve the image of the police service. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction state the fact that police are the real guardians of our society. In the body you can discuss why they are often blamed to be more of power centres than actually being guardians. Explain what factors you will take into account to address the issues. Discuss various steps such –… Continue reading Police stations are more a demo of power center than service center. After getting into civil services, suppose you become Police head of a district. Analyze the steps which you will take to improve the image of the police service. 10 marks

Can villages be a big part of the new growth story of India? Analyse in the context of ongoing pandemic situation. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction present briefly the impact of the Corona pandemic on different aspects such as economy, polity and society of the country. In the body highlight the positives of the rural India in general. Explain why the policy makers must make villages part of the growth story to help revive the economy.… Continue reading Can villages be a big part of the new growth story of India? Analyse in the context of ongoing pandemic situation. 10 marks

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