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What is cloud computing and what are the security risks associated with it? Do you think it is helpful in improving the quality of governance? Discuss with examples. (150 W)

Mentor’s Comment: This question has two parts. First one is factual asking about the cloud computing. Explain the meaning and prospects of Cloud Computing. Next, mention about the security risks associated with it and how they can be vulnerable in data breach, how they can undermine the security of a nation etc…etc…especially with respect to… Continue reading What is cloud computing and what are the security risks associated with it? Do you think it is helpful in improving the quality of governance? Discuss with examples. (150 W)

“Far from enabling some sort of constitutional rule, governors have consistently been party to all sorts of unconstitutional and unethical moves to undermine democracy and federalism in India.” Examine the statement in the context of recent constitutional crisis in different Indian states. (200 W 12½ M)

Source: https://scroll.in/article/903113/why-governor-satya-pal-maliks-decision-to-dissolve-jammu-and-kashmir-assembly-is-unconstitutional Mentor’s Comment: The question is based on the current debate which is going regarding the powers of Governors and his/her biased decision in favour of centre. Introduction should mention that the rule based governance is more important than the politically motivated one. Also cite that how the governors failed in delivering unbiased decisions.… Continue reading “Far from enabling some sort of constitutional rule, governors have consistently been party to all sorts of unconstitutional and unethical moves to undermine democracy and federalism in India.” Examine the statement in the context of recent constitutional crisis in different Indian states. (200 W 12½ M)

“The Enlightenment thinkers differed widely amongst themselves, but all of them shared some major ideas that together make up the philosophy of Enlightenment.” Elucidate. (150 W)

Mentor’s Comment: The question is straight forward and demands analytical approach to enlightenment period. Here the introduction should mention the meaning of enlightenment and how the views are universally shared among all thinkers. How despite having differences in their ideas they strongly believed in its common ideas, they had something unique in themselves which made… Continue reading “The Enlightenment thinkers differed widely amongst themselves, but all of them shared some major ideas that together make up the philosophy of Enlightenment.” Elucidate. (150 W)

24th November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to the Sub-categorization of OBCs: Article 340 provides constitutional mandate for setting up of such committees. The Indra Sawhney and others vs. Union of India case (1992) puts constitutional bar on states for re-categorizing OBCs. Which of the given statements is/are correct? a) Only 1 b) Only 2… Continue reading 24th November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

23rd November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) The Bhudhaar Initiative recently seen in news is an initiative of: a) Andhra Pradesh b) Madhya Pradesh c) Karnataka d) Gujarat Inspired by: The Hindu Q.2) The Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO) recently seen in news is a security and defence policy of which of the following countries/group of countries? a) Australia b) European Union… Continue reading 23rd November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

22nd November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) The Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) is an initiative of: a) University Grants Commission b) NITI Aayog c) Innovation Cell, Ministry of HRD d) Ministry of Science and Technology Inspired by: [pib] Union HRD Ministry launches Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-union-hrd-ministry-launches-institutions-innovation-council-iic/ Q.2) With reference to Witnesses Protection in India, consider the following statements: Only the… Continue reading 22nd November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

24th November 2018 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

Students are advised to post answers in the comment section of this post below. Kindly ensure that each questions are posted separately with the purchased ID provided by us. Reviews will be provided in 48 hours. For the philosophy of AWE and payment, check  here: Click2Join Question 1) Why did Buddhism spread outside India but Jainism… Continue reading 24th November 2018 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

Ethics: Political Manifestoes are considered to be the aspirations of people which the political bosses promise to fulfill after winning election. However, there is no accountability in case of false promise or failure to fulfill them. Analyze the moral issues involved in this case and suggest suitable measures to make our leaders accountable. (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s Comment: True politics is not bad, but when politics becomes dirty it will seriously effect the very institutions of democracy or any other type of political institutions. The introduction should talk about the manifestoes and whether it is good practice of corrupt practice. Further, the subsequent point should mention the situation of Model Code… Continue reading Ethics: Political Manifestoes are considered to be the aspirations of people which the political bosses promise to fulfill after winning election. However, there is no accountability in case of false promise or failure to fulfill them. Analyze the moral issues involved in this case and suggest suitable measures to make our leaders accountable. (150 W/ 10 M)

Give an account of the growth and development of renewable energy in India. Is India doing enough on the Renewable energy front? (250 W/ 15 M)

Mentor’s comment: This is a pretty straightforward question. But it will require decent amount of data to score well. Also, the second part is slightly tricky as some candidates might understand it to mean the ‘overall’ environment policy. It is only asking whether India should be doing more on the renewable energy (RE) front to… Continue reading Give an account of the growth and development of renewable energy in India. Is India doing enough on the Renewable energy front? (250 W/ 15 M)

India has achieved the political justice, but not the social and economic justice. Illustrate the steps required to be taken towards its fulfillment. (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s Comment: This is a factual question asking what needs to be done to achieve social and economic justice. Introduction should talk about the preamble, that such justices are mentioned with their relevant meaning respectively in short. Further, need to explain what social and economic justice aims at achieving distributive justice and measures taken etc..… Continue reading India has achieved the political justice, but not the social and economic justice. Illustrate the steps required to be taken towards its fulfillment. (150 W/ 10 M)

Why did Buddhism spread outside India but Jainism could not? (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentors Comment: As mentioned earlier, art and culture question are factual and straightforward. This question is same too. Briefly introduce both the religions and then jump to the reasons for Buddhism spreading out while Jainism failing to do so. Role of royal patronage, characteristics of the religion, flexibility in practices and support from academicians and… Continue reading Why did Buddhism spread outside India but Jainism could not? (150 W/ 10 M)

[Burning Issue] A change in the Maldives

Context Voters in the Maldives delivered a stunning defeat for President Abdulla Yameen in a contentious presidential election, an outcome regarded as a victory for democracy over authoritarianism in the Indian Ocean island nation. The people of the small archipelago in the Indian Ocean voted for change and brought to power the Opposition candidate, Ibrahim Mohamed Solih. They came out in… Continue reading [Burning Issue] A change in the Maldives

Explain the following in not more than 70 words each. (a) Work ethics in government. (b) Orthodox loyalty to superiors in administration. (c) Accountability (d) Self-imposed morality v/s state imposed laws. (4×2.5=10 Marks)

Model answer: (a) Work ethics are the basic values that are followed by employees in an organization, It represents a commitment to the fulfillment of one’s official responsibilities with a spirit of dedication, involvement and sincerity. It also implies that a government functionary would love his work and not treat it as a burden. And… Continue reading Explain the following in not more than 70 words each. (a) Work ethics in government. (b) Orthodox loyalty to superiors in administration. (c) Accountability (d) Self-imposed morality v/s state imposed laws. (4×2.5=10 Marks)

What is the Twin Balance Sheet Problem of India? Will this lead to an economic crisis? What is the solution to avoid a crisis? (15 Marks)

Mentors Comment: Economic Survey recently highlighted the issue of TBS in its publication and since then, it has been a topic of interest for economists and bureaucrats because of the implications it can have on India and its economy. The question demands the discussion on three broader level. First discuss what is TBS. Simply discuss… Continue reading What is the Twin Balance Sheet Problem of India? Will this lead to an economic crisis? What is the solution to avoid a crisis? (15 Marks)

Will granting constitutional status to NCBC have significant impact on the socio-economic conditions of the OBC’s. Critically examine (10 marks)

Mentors Comment: NCBC bill was recently passed in the Parliament, which gives constitutional status to NCBC. The related act assigns several functions/ duties to the Parliament. But there are also several issues associated with the body, which need to be discussed upon, along with its impact on the socio-economic conditions of the OBCs. That’s the… Continue reading Will granting constitutional status to NCBC have significant impact on the socio-economic conditions of the OBC’s. Critically examine (10 marks)

It is said that most of the freshwater on earth is locked up in the Polar Regions. Can harvesting icebergs be the solution to the global water crisis? (250 W/ 15 M)

Mentor’s Note: Point out the increasing water scarcity in the world (and problem of desalination of seawater so far) and that around 2000 mts of ice are breaking away each year in the polar region, which contain some of the purest quality water in the world. End the intro with the mentioning of UAE Iceberg… Continue reading It is said that most of the freshwater on earth is locked up in the Polar Regions. Can harvesting icebergs be the solution to the global water crisis? (250 W/ 15 M)

[Burning Issue] India’s Nuclear Triad

CONTEXT India has declared that its nuclear triad, stated in its nuclear doctrine, is operational This was after indigenous ballistic missile nuclear submarine INS Arihant achieved a milestone by conducting its first deterrence patrol It essentially means that Arihant is now prowling the deep seas carrying ballistic missiles equipped with nuclear warheads The second submarine in… Continue reading [Burning Issue] India’s Nuclear Triad

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