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Despite having comprehensive e-management rules in place, Recent NASSCOM report indicates that India is among the top five e-waste generating countries in the world. What is wrong with India’s e-waste management strategy? What innovative solutions would you suggest to improve the situation? (250 W/ 15 M)

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/india-among-the-top-five-countries-in-e-waste-generation-assocham-nec-study/articleshow/64448208.cms

The recent trend of India’s neighbouring countries indicates declining importance of India in their policy and agenda. Do you think India has failed in fostering regional integration with its neighbouring nation and that New Delhi has a real opportunity today to recalibrate its neighbourhood relations? Examine with justification. (250 W/ 15 M)

Source: https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-being-a-good-neighbour/

What is surface ozone? How is it formed? Discuss the consequences of increasing level of surface ozone for the environment? What steps should be taken to bring down its increasing level? (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s Comment: This is a basic question pertaining to the significance of Ozone and its formation. Also its harmful effects and subsequent measures to avoid its ill effects on earth and living beings in particular. Introduce by explaining what is surface ozone and in general how it is harmful to living beings. Further, mention the… Continue reading

29th December 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Recently the Centre has instituted annual Subhash Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskaar to recognise the excellent work done by individuals and institutions in the country in the field of disaster management. With reference to this award, consider the following statements: The award will be given by the National Disaster Management Authority. It can be… Continue reading

28th December 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) The V Subrahmanyam (1997), Usha Thorat (2004) and Y H Malegam (2013) Committees are related to : a) Capital Reserves of RBI b) NPA Issue c) Farm Loan Waiver d) None of these Inspired by: Economic Capital Framework Committee of RBI https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/economic-capital-framework-committee-of-rbi/ Q.2) The Arribadas sometimes seen in news is a word for: a)… Continue reading

27th December 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) The Aspirational District Programme is an initiative of: a) NITI Aayog b) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs c) PMO d) All of the above Inspired by: [pib] NITI Aayog releases Second Delta Ranking under the Aspirational Districts Programme https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-niti-aayog-to-release-second-delta-ranking-under-the-aspirational-districts-programme/ Q.2) Consider the following statements with respect to the Second Delta Ranking of the… Continue reading

*IMP – UAP Program Submissions

Dear Students, We have gotten many submissions till now. However, there were many emails asking for an extension because of the holiday week. The test has 5 questions. Even if you are googling you should be able to wrap up the questions in maximum 1 hour. We find these practices unacceptable. Still, for the benefit… Continue reading

29th December 2018 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

Students are advised to post answers in the comment section of this post below. Kindly ensure that answer to each question is posted as a separate comment with the purchase ID provided by us. Reviews will be provided in a week. (In the order of submission- First come first serve basis) *In case your answer… Continue reading

Ethics Case Study: You are posted in a district as DM. The agriculture sector has been hit severely this year in your district due to bad rains. There has been an increase in farmers’ deaths due to suicide. Due to this crisis faced by farmers, there is a protest on the main highway passing through the district. During the protest, two innocent famers got killed by a bullet fired by police. They were the sole bread earning members in their families. This made the situation more intense. People have blocked the highway and are sitting with the dead bodies. How will you pacify the crowd? What are the various options before you? Discuss them with their merits and demerits suggesting which course of action will you take and why? (150 W/ 10 M)

Do you think that use of Plastic bags be completely banned in India? Critically Analyze. (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s Comment: The Union ministry of environment, forest and climate change amended the Plastic Waste Management Rules (2016). Introduction should mention about the provisions of new rules as well as the harm caused by the use of plastic bags in India and also across globe. Further, mention why such steps needed? Points like poor handling… Continue reading

The Union Home Secretary has promulgated an order authorising 10 Central agencies to monitor, intercept and decrypt information which is transmitted, generated, stored in or received by any computer within India. Do you think the right to free speech and expression including privacy is under danger. Critically examine. (200 W / 15 M)

Source: https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-on-a-shaky-foundation/

Improving child-sex ratio is government’s answer to combating the skewed demographic profile in India. Critically analyse the schemes dedicated for the purpose. (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s Comment: Introduce with what is child sex ratio and scenario of child sex ratio in India with statistics What are the policies and programmes for improving child sex ratio? Like BBBP, Sukanya Samridhi Yojana, girl child protection scheme, aapki beti hamari beti, etc and various laws and regulations related to this. What are the… Continue reading

[RSTV-Big Picture]-India-Bhutan New Vistas

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced a Rs 4,500 crore financial assistance to Bhutan for its 12th five-year plan after holding wide-ranging talks with his Bhutanese counterpart Lotay Tshering. In his media statement,Modi said hydro power cooperation with Bhutan is a key aspect of bilateral ties and that work on the Mangdechhu project will… Continue reading

28th December 2018 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

“There is no fear for one whose mind is not filled with desire”. What do you understand by this quote? Analyze in contemporary context with relevant examples. (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s Comment: The quote highlights the desire versus the way of living life. If we desire to live, then we likely fear death. If we desire to be always full, then we likely fear hunger. The author therefore suggests that, for one to be truly fearless, they must be free from the restraints of desire.

The earth has got a limited carrying capacity. Without a fair and universal indicator environmental catastrophe is imminent as policymaking will remain environmentally insensitive. Critically discuss the role of Green GDP in this regard. (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s Comment: Natural resources are in limited quantity on earth which compelled us to think in its wiser use keeping in mind the future needs. Green GDP ensures its judicious use and proper planning in the use of natural resources. Introduction should explain in general, about the Green GDP and link it to sustainable use… Continue reading

Compare and contrast the Consumer Protection Act 1986 with that of the Consumer Protection Bill 2018. How far do you think the changes made are consumer centric towards benefiting the consumer more? Examine. (250 W/ 15 M)

Source: https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/explained-consumer-protection-bill-2018/

On Dec 2004, tsunami brought havoc on 14 countries including India. Discuss the factors responsible for occurrence of tsunami and its effects on life and economy. In the light of the guidelines of NDMA (2010) describe the mechanisms for preparedness to reduce the risk during such events. (250 W/ 15 M)

Mentors Comment: In a recent scientific research paper, it has been claimed that climate change will increase the destructive power of the tsunamis. It is pertinent under these circumstances to discuss about Tsunamis as well as the preparedness as mentioned by NDMA. The question has three parts which need answering. First of all we need… Continue reading

26th December 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Consider the following statements: In Assam, the tea gardens follow a different time zone, known as Tea Garden Time or Bagan Time which is one hour ahead of IST. Any organisations, companies, factories, educational institutions, PSU, state governments can fix work hours based on their geographic location. Which of the given statements is/are correct?… Continue reading

[Video] 22 Most Common Mistakes by First Attempters

One of the most insightful lectures by Sajal Sir. Every first attempter should consider these to maximize their scores. These might interest you – [Exclusive Invite] Telegram Group for those who cleared Prelims [Selection Test] Launching 1 year Ultimate Assessment Program – 270-day plan to help you crack UPSC. Admission Open – Information about… Continue reading

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