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[Video] Importance of DAF – V P Singh, IRPS (Interview Topper)

Lecture 2 of the Interview Program is now live. Click here to watch Lecture 1.  Click here for Program Details. Click here for Importance of our Telegram Community.  Many aspirants did not understand DAF fully and thus faced unexpected questions in the interview. This lecture is to address that issue. Analyze the DAF and understand the… Continue reading [Video] Importance of DAF – V P Singh, IRPS (Interview Topper)

Lecture 2 of the Interview Program is now live. Click here to watch Lecture 1.  Click here for Program Details. Click here for Importance of our Telegram Community.  Many aspirants did not understand DAF fully and thus faced unexpected questions in the interview. This lecture is to address that issue. Analyze the DAF and understand the… Continue reading [Video] Importance of DAF – V P Singh, IRPS (Interview Topper)

“The corrupt have many masters. The honest serve none”. In the light of the above statement discuss the reasons for decrement of ethics in public service. (150 W/ 10 M)

Model answer: The traditional cultural and spiritual values, which have been the mainstay of our civilization, seem to be losing their grip over society and politics due to Corruption. The corruption is prevalent in all the field of governance whether executive, legislature, judiciary, civil society, etc. each is supporting other to  compromise national interest by… Continue reading “The corrupt have many masters. The honest serve none”. In the light of the above statement discuss the reasons for decrement of ethics in public service. (150 W/ 10 M)

Describe the method of transplantation of trees? Do you think transplantation of trees can be a feasible option to fight deforestation and urbanization problem in mega Indian cities? Critically discuss. (200 W/ 12½ M)

Mentor’s Comment: In the backdrop of mass protest against the felling of trees in Delhi, The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) ordered transplanting of trees. The Introduction should describe about the term transplanting of trees from one location to a new location. Further, the main body should discuss about how transplanting is done… Continue reading Describe the method of transplantation of trees? Do you think transplantation of trees can be a feasible option to fight deforestation and urbanization problem in mega Indian cities? Critically discuss. (200 W/ 12½ M)

With regards to citizen-centric administration, it is said that ‘It is impossible to run a 21st century economy with a 20th century bureaucracy using 19th century rules.’ Examine. (250 W/15 M)

Mentors Comment: Don’t get confused with the language of the question! To simplify it, here is the rephrased version: What ails the citizen centric administration of modern India? How to improve it? Now the problem is given straightforward in the statement of the question: WE HAVE A MODERN ECONOMY BUT THE LAWS ARE QUITE OLD… Continue reading With regards to citizen-centric administration, it is said that ‘It is impossible to run a 21st century economy with a 20th century bureaucracy using 19th century rules.’ Examine. (250 W/15 M)

As extreme weather events turn into a challenge for the disaster management authorities, analyse India’s preparedness in dealing with this new threat. (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s comment The first half of the question sets the background which needs to be kept in mind while framing the answer. The phrase ‘extreme weather events’ (EWEs) is of critical importance. Your introduction can state (with examples and facts) how EWEs have become more frequent and ‘disastrous’. The body will deal with the main… Continue reading As extreme weather events turn into a challenge for the disaster management authorities, analyse India’s preparedness in dealing with this new threat. (150 W/ 10 M)

22nd December 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) With reference to the National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB), consider the following statements: It is a constituent Board of the Quality Council of India. It is responsible for accreditation of certification/inspection bodies as per applicable international standards under an international system of equivalence. NABCB accreditation helps eliminate technical barriers to trade and… Continue reading 22nd December 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

21st December 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) The iGOT Programme recently seen in news is an initiative related to: a) Entrepreneurship b) Training of Govt. employees c) Skill Education d) Women Empowerment Inspired by: [pib] Integrated Government Online Training Programme (iGOT) https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-integrated-government-online-training-programme-igot/ Q.2) With reference to the motor vehicles certification agency ICAT (International Centre for Automotive Technology), consider the following statements:… Continue reading 21st December 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Ethics Case Study: Recently a social activist fighting against superstition was killed by a mob while addressing a public gathering in the area where you are posted as Chief Medical Officer in a government hospital. He had certain political affiliation to the ruling party. His body was sent to your hospital for post mortem. Meanwhile, you started getting telephone calls from some influential people and politicians pressurizing you to manipulate the post mortem report in a manner that the case of murder is not substantiated. You are also threatened for life if you do not comply or in case if you comply, offer is given to you for promotion as well as suitable monetary compensation. (a) What are the ethical conflicts the doctor faces in this case? (b) What would be consequence if the doctor does not stick to his professional ethics? (c) What would be practically right thing to do for the doctor and why? (250 words) (20 marks)

Model answer: The Civil Servant (here Chief Medical Officer) has a dilemma between his professional ethics, his personal security and career progression and the consequences of his decisions would be at both the levels- public as well as personal. As far as post mortem of the dead body is concerned it should be purely guided… Continue reading Ethics Case Study: Recently a social activist fighting against superstition was killed by a mob while addressing a public gathering in the area where you are posted as Chief Medical Officer in a government hospital. He had certain political affiliation to the ruling party. His body was sent to your hospital for post mortem. Meanwhile, you started getting telephone calls from some influential people and politicians pressurizing you to manipulate the post mortem report in a manner that the case of murder is not substantiated. You are also threatened for life if you do not comply or in case if you comply, offer is given to you for promotion as well as suitable monetary compensation. (a) What are the ethical conflicts the doctor faces in this case? (b) What would be consequence if the doctor does not stick to his professional ethics? (c) What would be practically right thing to do for the doctor and why? (250 words) (20 marks)

Critically analyze the Surrogacy (Regulation) Bill 2016 which recently got passed in the Lok Sabha. (150 W/ 10 M)

Source: https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-surrogacy-bill-then-now/ Model Answer: Introduction: The Surrogacy (Regulation) Bill – 2016 bans commercial surrogacy and requires the surrogate woman to be ‘close relative’ of the couple, thereby allowing altruistic surrogacy. In order to curb unethical practices, exploitation of surrogate mothers, abandonment of children born out of surrogacy and trafficking of women for surrogacy, the draft… Continue reading Critically analyze the Surrogacy (Regulation) Bill 2016 which recently got passed in the Lok Sabha. (150 W/ 10 M)

Examine the conditions favoring the imperialist conquest of Asia and Africa in the 18th and the 19th Century? (250 W/ 15 M)

Mentors Comment: The discussion is given in Old NCERT world history and its quite a common theme for discussion. To score better, discuss the points as to why Asia and Africa were chosen as the places by imperialist forces. Access to raw materials and easy markets, cheap labour, investment opportunities, increased nationalism with military chauvirinity,… Continue reading Examine the conditions favoring the imperialist conquest of Asia and Africa in the 18th and the 19th Century? (250 W/ 15 M)

Starts Tomorrow – Free Open Test on Schemes for Prelims 2019

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20th December 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) With reference to the ISRO’s unmanned Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV), consider the following statements: ISRO has successfully carried out the first experimental mission in 2016. The prototype is scaled to one-fifth of its actual size. The ISRO model of RLV can be launched in lower Earth orbit. Which of the given statements is/are correct?… Continue reading 20th December 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

[RSTV-Big Picture]-Pharma Vision 2030

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on 21 December said that India is rendering yeoman service in developing countries by providing access to life-saving medicines at affordable prices. Addressing the 70th edition of Indian Pharmaceutical Congress, the Vice President said, rural health programmes, lifesaving drugs and preventive vaccines should also receive attention from policymakers and pharma… Continue reading [RSTV-Big Picture]-Pharma Vision 2030

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on 21 December said that India is rendering yeoman service in developing countries by providing access to life-saving medicines at affordable prices. Addressing the 70th edition of Indian Pharmaceutical Congress, the Vice President said, rural health programmes, lifesaving drugs and preventive vaccines should also receive attention from policymakers and pharma… Continue reading [RSTV-Big Picture]-Pharma Vision 2030

Interview Program – 5 reasons to join the exclusive telegram group

Folks, The Interview Program is in Full-Swing. The complete details are mentioned here. Last year we created a Telegram group exclusively for students appearing for the interviews and mentors. These proved to be immensely beneficial. We request all students who have cleared mains to email us on hello@civilsdaily.com for access so they could join the… Continue reading Interview Program – 5 reasons to join the exclusive telegram group

Folks, The Interview Program is in Full-Swing. The complete details are mentioned here. Last year we created a Telegram group exclusively for students appearing for the interviews and mentors. These proved to be immensely beneficial. We request all students who have cleared mains to email us on hello@civilsdaily.com for access so they could join the… Continue reading Interview Program – 5 reasons to join the exclusive telegram group

Ethics Case Study: A wordily incentive proves very worth in raising morale of the workers which ultimately results in increased output of works. Two girls Komal and Ritika are working in a multi-national company and assigned to complete a project together. Ritika had invested everything in terms of time, knowledge and expertise. Komal also did a bit of work in the project. At the completion of the project, the boss gave complete credit to Komal, when it was in fact her colleague who did most of the work. 1. Should Komal accept the praise nullifying Ritika? What moral principles are involved in this case? 2. What should Komal do and why? Suggest suitable course of action. (200 W/ 15 M)

Model Answer: Being praised often makes people feel good. Pride, pleasure and increased feelings of self-esteem are all common reactions to receiving a compliment or positive feedback. In the above case, giving credit only to one person may make the other one who invested more in terms of everything feel disappointed and discouraged. When the… Continue reading Ethics Case Study: A wordily incentive proves very worth in raising morale of the workers which ultimately results in increased output of works. Two girls Komal and Ritika are working in a multi-national company and assigned to complete a project together. Ritika had invested everything in terms of time, knowledge and expertise. Komal also did a bit of work in the project. At the completion of the project, the boss gave complete credit to Komal, when it was in fact her colleague who did most of the work. 1. Should Komal accept the praise nullifying Ritika? What moral principles are involved in this case? 2. What should Komal do and why? Suggest suitable course of action. (200 W/ 15 M)

Assess the intensity and spread of terrorism in the world. Highlighting the challenges India faces, discuss India’s counter-terror strategy. (250 W/ 15 M)

Mentors Comment: Question demands three different sets of aspects of terrorism. The first part will deal with global scene of terrorism in terms of its reach and how intense it has become. Focus on the recent trends and regions affected by it like advent of ISIS on the global scene and its impact on middle… Continue reading Assess the intensity and spread of terrorism in the world. Highlighting the challenges India faces, discuss India’s counter-terror strategy. (250 W/ 15 M)

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