India’s growth story is scripted by demand which has been tapering off. The new source of demand could be those at the bottom of the income structure. Suggest the strategies to increase the income of this group which could then translate into demand. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/minimum-wage-mgnrega-workers-employment-6544924/ In the intro, mention how India’s growth has been fueled by the robust demand. In the body, mention how the demand was from the upper strata of the income. Due to falling demand from that section, there is a need to increase the demand from the lower-income group for which their income… Continue reading

Examine the provision related to contempt of court in the Indian Constitution. Discuss the purpose and relevance of the contempt provision in today’s context. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/law-of-contempt-challenged-supreme-court-prashant-bhushan-karan-thapar-6547810/ In the intro, briefly explain the concept of contempt of court. In the body, discuss the relevant article which empowers the Supreme Court and the High Court to act against its contempt. In the next part, discuss the rationale for the provision which was to allow the judiciary’s uninterrupted functioning. Also, discuss… Continue reading

Your husband is watching a news report on rape along with your 8 year old daughter. The report is airing graphic pictures of rape and murder scenes. Your father-in-law who is also watching the report comments that your daughter is not safe on the streets and she should be taught how to dress from now itself so that she would be safe when she grows up. Your husband concurs. In the same hall you are helping your son with his homework while listening to all the conversations happening in the hall. In between your son, who is 12 year old, keeps asking you about what rape is, who commits it and why every news channel is talking about only this issue etc. You are focusing only on his homework and not reacting to anything. Identify the various issues in the case study and give your opinion on them. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction write the issue of media coverage of heinous crimes. While coverage is essential and creates awareness, inciting graphics with vivid coverage of brutal acts needs to be censored. In the body explain that airing pictures of rape victims’ bodies, even with blurred faces should be out rightly censored. Awareness is… Continue reading

The culture of permissiveness with respect to violence against women continues to be the root cause for the Indian society to have a “Locker Room At every Home”, critically analyse the statement. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly explain the recent incident to highlight the context of the question. In the body discuss what the major factors that foster sexual violence against women in the country are; explain the factors with special emphasis on the cultural aspects of the Indian society. Highlight in what way conversations on… Continue reading

“Non-cooperation with evil is as much a duty as it is to cooperate with the good”, explain in the context of civil services. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction explain in brief the background of the question’s context. In the body, explain the quote mentioned in the question. The quote was given by Mahatma Gandhi, such questions are best explained with examples.You must justify how Non-cooperation with evil, is as much a duty as is cooperation with good. Explain… Continue reading

The financial disruption caused by the pandemic has been leading to several concessions from the banks. But what we need is patiently balancing financial inclusion and stability. In light of this examine the balance between lenders and borrowers? Suggest the strategy to do so. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/rbi-bank-and-the-covid-pain-india-gdp-6543101/ In the intro, mention the financial disruption due to pandemic by citing some figures. In the body, in the first part mention maintaining the stability of the banks and systemic consequences due to failures of banks in the next part mention the strategy as suggested in the article. Conclude by mentioning the… Continue reading

Examine the factors that are responsible for inadequate progress in the research and development(R&D) in India. Also elaborate the importance of post-academic research in advancement of the country in research. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/academic-research-is-necessary-but-not-sufficient/article32288191.ece https://www.prsindia.org/theprsblog/national-education-policy-recommendations-and-current-scenario https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/how-india-can-become-self-reliant/article31681288.ece In the intro, mention the expenditure on R&d as percentage of GDP in India. In the body of the answer mention the factors such as inadequate government expenditure, lack of participation of the private sector, lack of encouragement at the institution level etc. In the next part mention the importance of… Continue reading

What do you understand by “lateral entry”? Elucidate upon the merits and challenges associated with it.10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction explain what is lateral entry and its aims. In the body discuss the concept of Lateral entry. List down the merits and demerits in detail, suggest examples to justify better. Comment on the need to institutionalize the framework for lateral recruitment to bring about objectivity and remove discretion. Conclude that… Continue reading

Despite its huge potential, nuclear energy has not been adopted as a solution to the energy problem. Examine the advantages and issues with the adoption of nuclear energy in India. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.economist.com/the-world-if/2020/07/04/what-if-nuclear-power-had-taken-off-in-the-1970s In the intro, mention the percentage of nuclear power against the total electricity generation in India. In the body, mention the advantages of nuclear energy like- no carbon emission, reliability, cost-effectiveness, the advantage of research in other areas etc. In the issues mention the safety concerns, technology concerns, fuel supply concerns, cost-effectiveness… Continue reading

Elucidate the India Constitution’s approach towards secularism, and how it is different from the idea of secularism in the West. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the intro write the definition of secularism. In the body, mention India’s constitutions approach towards secularism, religious freedom as fundamental rights, secularism as the basic feature. In the next part compare approach of India’s secularism which is always not separate from the religion as in the case of Western secularism. Conclude by mentioning… Continue reading

How does India Socialism contrast with Socialism embraced by the Communist countries? Discuss the idea of Democratic socialism. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction start with general idea of socialism. In the body discuss first the idea of socialism in communist countries. Then move on to present the idea of Indian Democratic socialism. Features like – Socialism Combined with Modernism: “Democratic socialism” and the “mixed economy’ demanded equality of opportunities for all and it… Continue reading

Examine the significance of the railways for India. Also, analyse the impact of the recent decision of the Indian Railways towards the privatisation. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.financialexpress.com/infrastructure/railways/reforms-driven-agenda-why-its-time-to-modernise-the-indian-railways-make-it-world-class/2044774/ In the intro, mention some figures to highlight the importance of railways for goods and passenger transport. In the body, mention the significant role played by railways in the country with the support of some facts and figures. Next, PPP model is being tried by the Indian railways form operation of some… Continue reading

Finance Commission plays a crucial role in the federal structure of the country. Describe the procedure of its constitution and elucidate its functions. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the intro, briefly mention the need of such commission. In the body mention the relevant Article and the procedure mentioned in the Constitution. In the next part mention the role the commission plays in deciding the financial relations between the Centre and the states. Conclude by mentioning the crucial role the commission… Continue reading

The Citizens’ Charter is an ideal instrument of organizational transparency and accountability, but it has its own limitations. Identify the limitations and suggest measures for greater effectiveness of the Citizens’ Charter. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction you can start by briefly describing the key features of citizen’s charter and talk about its evolution. In the body you can deal with 2 parts – Identify the limitations of Citizen’s Charter. Explain these limitations with examples and case study. Suggest measures for greater effectiveness of Citizens’ Charter, here… Continue reading

Discuss the causes of Russian revolution in comparison with French revolution. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction highlight that in Central Europe the Great War had secured the triumph of the principles of nationality and democracy. But in Russia it led to an upheaval which was as characteristically social and economic as it was national and political. In the body discuss the causes in detail while drawing… Continue reading

What are the recommendations of the Second Administrative Reforms Commission on widening the definition of corruption? Explain its basis briefly. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly explain the nuances associated with corruption. In the body talk about the Prevention of Corruption Act that lists offences which are acts of corruption by government servants. Explain that Second Administrative Reforms Commission makes a distinction between two kinds of corruption which it calls coercive corruption and collusive corruption.… Continue reading

The slowdown in economic activity is both a function of external factors such as the lockdown and behavioural changes of people and enterprises, driven by fear. The foundation for reviving our economy is to inject confidence back in the entire ecosystem. Comment. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/rebuild-indias-confidence-revive-the-economy/article32255125.ece In the intro, mention the economic slowdown in the Indian economy in the wake of pandemic. In the body mention the measures to boost the confidence of people, investors, bankers and entrepreneurs, and multilateral organisations. Measures include cash transfer to the people to boost the demand, increasing the coverage of MGNREGA, interest… Continue reading

Advocating forward-thinking and cogent reform, New Education Policy(NEP) 2020 is an amalgamation of need-based policy, cutting-edge research and best practices, paving the way for New India. Comment. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/national-education-policy-niti-aayog-6536524/ In the intro, mention how New Education Policy 2020 came against the background of impetus for systemic reforms in the sector. In the body, mention how the various aspects of the policy like-universalising the access of education, new curriculum for early childhood education, flexibility, new approach to measure the outcomes, multi-disciplinary education… Continue reading

Discuss the contributions of Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar in bringing rights of dalit and marginalized community in the country. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction briefly highlight the time period of Dr.Ambedkar. In the body explain about his birth and education. Discuss his movement for rights of dalit and marginalized community Conclude that his contributions to the Indian polity were remarkable and are alive even today.

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