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India is lagging behind in global demand of education and employability. Discuss India’s state of education sector and suggest necessary reforms needed. (150 W/ 10 M)

Source: https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-the-need-for-reforms-in-the-education-sector/ Model Answer: Progress in education is foundational – critical for a nation to build a skilled workforce, and also to help people improve their livelihoods as a country grows. If India wants to greater growth, it must transform its universities and other higher technical education institution to world class institutions, then its higher… Continue reading India is lagging behind in global demand of education and employability. Discuss India’s state of education sector and suggest necessary reforms needed. (150 W/ 10 M)

The rape of small girls on the scale at which it is currently taking place, especially in the north, signifies a breakdown of the ethical order of common living. Do you agree? Suggest solutions.(10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comment: Introduction should mention about the increasing incidents of rapes all across regions of India. The morality of people in north have decreased so down that the innocent children are made victims. Next, mention that this is certainly the result of breakdown of ethical order of common living. Bring examples of various incidents even… Continue reading The rape of small girls on the scale at which it is currently taking place, especially in the north, signifies a breakdown of the ethical order of common living. Do you agree? Suggest solutions.(10 Marks)

Sedition law has often been in news for all the wrong reasons. But it still remains an important legislation. Comment.

Mentor’s Comment: Introduction should give general details about sedition and its incorporation in 1870 as a fear of possible uprising plagued the colonial authorities. Further, the main body should talk about the definition and issues associated with the law. Definition can also form the part of introduction and main body will raise issues since its… Continue reading Sedition law has often been in news for all the wrong reasons. But it still remains an important legislation. Comment.

Many foreign scholars opined that Indians had no sense of history writing and whatever was written in the name of history is nothing more than a story without any sense. Do you agree with this view. Critically discuss? (150 W/10 M)

Mentors Comment: This is an important debate regarding Ancient India which was started by colonial historians. According to their opinion, ancient India’s “proper history” is missing in literature and therefore people of that time did not had sense of history writing. All we get is religious texts or glorified rulers of the era but not… Continue reading Many foreign scholars opined that Indians had no sense of history writing and whatever was written in the name of history is nothing more than a story without any sense. Do you agree with this view. Critically discuss? (150 W/10 M)

4th December 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Recently the NASA spacecraft Osiris-Rex has reached its space destination to study ‘Bennu’. The Bennu is a: a) Comet b) Dwarf Planet c) Asteroid d) Black Hole Inspired by: NASA’s Osiris-Rex spacecraft arrives at asteroid Bennu https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/nasas-osiris-rex-spacecraft-arrives-at-asteroid-bennu/ Q.2) With reference to the Maternity Benefit Amendment Act, 2017, consider the following statements: This act applies… Continue reading 4th December 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

“If a country is to be corruption free and become a nation of beautiful minds, I strongly feel there are three key societal members who can make a difference. They are the father, the mother and the teacher.” – A. P. J. Abdul Kalam. Analyse. (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s Comment: Talk about the corruption in general and why it originates as introduction to this question. Mention how character building since childhood is influenced by the Parents, Teachers, family and society. Mention what ethical values one learns from mother and father and teachers which develop a child to be a beautiful mind and contribute… Continue reading “If a country is to be corruption free and become a nation of beautiful minds, I strongly feel there are three key societal members who can make a difference. They are the father, the mother and the teacher.” – A. P. J. Abdul Kalam. Analyse. (150 W/ 10 M)

Planning Commission has played very important role in post independence economic growth. Concerning with the current scenario of slow economic growth and abysmal performance of various sectors, do you think there is a need to revive Planning Commission in order to bring stability and fuel economic growth? (250 W/ 15 M)

Sources: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/make-planning-fashionable-again/article25656407.ece https://www.civilsdaily.com/type/oped-snap/   Model Answer: The Planning Commission was set up by the Government of India in March 1950. Its core objective was to promote rapid transformation of Indian economy and a speedy improvement in people’s standard of living. It was mandated to do so through five-year plans. The formulation of the plans and… Continue reading Planning Commission has played very important role in post independence economic growth. Concerning with the current scenario of slow economic growth and abysmal performance of various sectors, do you think there is a need to revive Planning Commission in order to bring stability and fuel economic growth? (250 W/ 15 M)

While it is expected that electoral bonds will usher a new era of transparency in India’s electoral politics, however many skeptics believe that it would endanger democracy. Discuss (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s Comment: Introduction should explain about Electoral Bond and its functioning like it cannot be purchased by paying cash. Further, talk how this will bring transparency. Limit in bond amount by one individual, involvement of banking institutions hence disclosing the details of donor and the donee, will curb black money and ill dumping of money… Continue reading While it is expected that electoral bonds will usher a new era of transparency in India’s electoral politics, however many skeptics believe that it would endanger democracy. Discuss (150 W/ 10 M)

Highlight the similarities and differences in the approach of Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Gandhi in the struggle for freedom of their respective countries? (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentors comment: A straightforward question with straightforward approach. Just follow the question. Introduce them in the intro and jump to their comparison of ways and means in their respective countries. Stick the arguments and discussion to the national struggle alone and not in their personal lives and believes. Some differences : Mandela tried violent methods… Continue reading Highlight the similarities and differences in the approach of Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Gandhi in the struggle for freedom of their respective countries? (150 W/ 10 M)

3rd December 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) The Roshni Act in the state of Jammu and Kashmir is sometimes seen in news is related to: a) Land Ownership b) Skill Training c) Renewable Energy d) None of these Inspired by: Explained: J&K Roshni Act https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/explained-jk-roshni-act/ Q.2) The bilateral exercise Ex Cope India-18 was recently held in India along with: a) Russia… Continue reading 3rd December 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

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Explain why following should be treated as misconduct as per central civil services (conduct) Rules 1964? (a) An employee writing letter to Governor of his state making allegation against ‘head’ of his office. (b) A civil servant doing a part time job in an educational institution. (75 Words each/ 5*2=10 marks)

Mentor’s Comment: The question is straight forward and don’t require much suggestion. However, the knowledge of hierarchy in government, order of precedence and a fair knowledge of Civil Service Conduct Rules 1964 will provide good input in answer. Also the person who executes rules should and must be anticipated to follow it in all circumstances.… Continue reading Explain why following should be treated as misconduct as per central civil services (conduct) Rules 1964? (a) An employee writing letter to Governor of his state making allegation against ‘head’ of his office. (b) A civil servant doing a part time job in an educational institution. (75 Words each/ 5*2=10 marks)

The recent survey by National Bank of Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) shows worsening conditions of India’s Rural Economy with falling income and reduced employment. Identify the various factors responsible and suggest suitable measures. (150 W/ 10 M)

Source: https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-job-creation-at-the-farmers-doorstep/ Model Answer: Introduction: India is predominantly a rural country with two third population and 70% workforce residing in rural areas. Rural economy constitutes 46 per cent of national income. Despite the rise of urbanisation more than half of India‟s population is projected to be rural by 2050. Thus growth and development of rural… Continue reading The recent survey by National Bank of Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) shows worsening conditions of India’s Rural Economy with falling income and reduced employment. Identify the various factors responsible and suggest suitable measures. (150 W/ 10 M)

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