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“Globalization will end up making all cultures of the world homogeneous”. Critically examine the statement taking examples from socio-cultural and economic life of India. (250 Words))

Mentors Comment: The question wants to elicit an understanding of multiple responses of globalization from homogenization/standardization to Hybridization/Globalization. Introduce the answer by discussing the process of globalization and how it aids in spreading cultural uniformity or homogeneity. Then discuss specifically how this process has elicited multiple responses i.e. i) Homogenization ii) Glocalization iii) Spreading of… Continue reading “Globalization will end up making all cultures of the world homogeneous”. Critically examine the statement taking examples from socio-cultural and economic life of India. (250 Words))

What is the importance of whistle-blowing in public and private institutions? What role does individual conscience play in the act of whistle-blowing? (150 words)

Mentors Comment: One can start the answer with defining whistle­blowing in brief. Then one should highlight the importance of whistle­blowing in public as well as private institutions with suitable examples. Later conscience should be defined briefly and the role played by conscience in the act of whistle­blowing should be discussed. Answer: Whistle­blowing refers to the… Continue reading What is the importance of whistle-blowing in public and private institutions? What role does individual conscience play in the act of whistle-blowing? (150 words)

A “rethink” on a Constitutional provision that provides for automatic lapsing of any Bill is required. Discuss.(250 words)

Mentor’s Comment Explain Automatic lapsing of the bill. GIve constitutional provisions for it. Explain why such a provision is necessary Mention Shortcomings of it. Suggest an alternative. Answer: Article 107 deals with the provisions related to the introduction and passing of bills. It states a Bill which is pending in the House of the People,… Continue reading A “rethink” on a Constitutional provision that provides for automatic lapsing of any Bill is required. Discuss.(250 words)

Is New Delhi adequately prepared to weather the incoming geopolitical storm in south Asia? Discuss outlining challenges and way forward for Indian foreign policy in the region.(250 words)

Mentor’s Comment Outline an introduction in the South Asian situation. Mention challenges region face. Analyse India’s preparedness to deal with them. Suggest way forward for a better diplomatic policy initiative. Answer: The nature and dynamics of Southern Asian geopolitics are undergoing a radical transformation, slowly, steadily and in an irrevocable manner. One of the world’s… Continue reading Is New Delhi adequately prepared to weather the incoming geopolitical storm in south Asia? Discuss outlining challenges and way forward for Indian foreign policy in the region.(250 words)

[Video Analysis + Top 10 Ranks] 21 June 2019 | Prelims Daily with Rakesh Sir

Dear students, Here’s a link to the Prelims Daily Quiz Analysis Video. Watch this after you have attempted that day’s Prelims Daily questions [on this link] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqIlJ9na2dg&feature=youtu.be The full playlist is available here [click2watch] We need your comments, likes, and shares on these videos. The aim of this series is to help you revise news… Continue reading [Video Analysis + Top 10 Ranks] 21 June 2019 | Prelims Daily with Rakesh Sir

[Video Analysis + Top 10 Ranks] 20 June 2019 | Prelims Daily with Rakesh Sir

Dear students, Here’s a link to the Prelims Daily Quiz Analysis Video. Watch this after you have attempted that day’s Prelims Daily questions [on this link] https://youtu.be/VIcqB_wbYsU The full playlist is available here [click2watch] We need your comments, likes, and shares on these videos. The aim of this series is to help you revise news… Continue reading [Video Analysis + Top 10 Ranks] 20 June 2019 | Prelims Daily with Rakesh Sir

[Burning Issue] Draft National Education Policy

CONTEXT Following the submission of the draft National Education Policy 2019, there were protests against the three language formula. The controversial provision was thus revised by Dr Kasturirangan-led committee that submitted it. From the perspective of higher education, its main strength is that it has got its basics right — it appears to have a… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Draft National Education Policy

Just as taxpayers have a responsibility to pay taxes, the government ought to ensure that tax proceeds are appropriately utilised. In this light discuss success of various implementation of cess schemes by government in recent years.(250 words)

Mentor’ Comment Define what is cess. Name various cess imposed by the government. discuss their success. Mention unutilised funds and inefficiency of cess in conclusion, suggest a way forward for better implementation and monitoring of cess proceeds. Answer: CESS is tax on tax and usually levied for the specific purposes. Once its purpose is solved they… Continue reading Just as taxpayers have a responsibility to pay taxes, the government ought to ensure that tax proceeds are appropriately utilised. In this light discuss success of various implementation of cess schemes by government in recent years.(250 words)

[Video Analysis + Top 10 Ranks] 19 June 2019 | Prelims Daily with Rakesh Sir

Dear students, Here’s a link to the Prelims Daily Quiz Analysis Video. Watch this after you have attempted that day’s Prelims Daily questions [on this link] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzKq63kdn7A The full playlist is available here [click2watch] We need your comments, likes, and shares on these videos. The aim of this series is to help you revise news… Continue reading [Video Analysis + Top 10 Ranks] 19 June 2019 | Prelims Daily with Rakesh Sir

Launch of Essay Full-Length Tests Program for Mains 2019 Under the Aegis of Serving IPS Officer

Essay FLTs 2019- Rs. 6500 + taxes Click2Join Detailed Timetable can be obtained from here Every good candidate hovers around 90-110 in the GS Papers (1-3). Where brilliant students outscore their competitors is the Essay – with scores varying from 70 to 160. That’s a difference of 90 marks. Potentially the difference between final list and… Continue reading Launch of Essay Full-Length Tests Program for Mains 2019 Under the Aegis of Serving IPS Officer

“One of the penalties for refusing to participate in politics is that you end up being governed by your inferiors”. Explain. Suggest some measures that can be taken to increase political participation in our country. (150 words)

Mentors Comment: The quote gives the perspective idea of vital need for political participation to uphold the superior political values. Accordingly answer can be framed in the following manner: First part of the answer should explain the given statement and highlight the need for good people in politics. You have to mention a few real… Continue reading “One of the penalties for refusing to participate in politics is that you end up being governed by your inferiors”. Explain. Suggest some measures that can be taken to increase political participation in our country. (150 words)

Unlike many other countries, small enterprises in India remain small and even shrink. Bring out the factors responsible for such a trend in India. What steps have been taken by the government in this regard? (150 Words)

Mentors Comment: Explain the scenario regarding small enterprises in India. Make a comparison with other countries. Bring out the factors responsible for such a trend. Mention some reform measures taken by the government. Answer: According to study done by Hseih and Klenow (2011), surviving small firms in USA grow spectacularly; in Mexico grow moderately while… Continue reading Unlike many other countries, small enterprises in India remain small and even shrink. Bring out the factors responsible for such a trend in India. What steps have been taken by the government in this regard? (150 Words)

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