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“Mere constructing toilets will not serve the issue, but it’s the perception of people which needs to be changed”. Analyse this statement and discuss ways to change and influence mindsets of people regarding toilet use in India. (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s Comment: The question demands you to assess the issues related to the use of toilets. It may be socio-economic, infrastructural, cultural, attitudinal factors etc. explain them with relevant points. Out of all the factors, attitude plays a significant role. Quote ‘SQUAT survey’ conducted in 5 northern states and mention about attitudinal behaviour. One can… Continue reading “Mere constructing toilets will not serve the issue, but it’s the perception of people which needs to be changed”. Analyse this statement and discuss ways to change and influence mindsets of people regarding toilet use in India. (150 W/ 10 M)

The theory of plate tectonics has greatly contributed to our understanding of the earth. Comment. (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s Comment: In the intro, start with the description of plate tectonic theory. In the main body you will  have to discuss the importance of theory in understanding rock formations and their eventual fate; evolutionary ecology of species; impact of climate change throughout our history; geography of the continents and how they got assembled and… Continue reading The theory of plate tectonics has greatly contributed to our understanding of the earth. Comment. (150 W/ 10 M)

[Burning Issue] Demonetisation: A boon or bane for the Indian economy? 

Context The publication of central bank’s annual report for fiscal year 2016-17 (RBI follows a July-June fiscal year) which put the estimated value of the currency that returned to the system at Rs 15.28 trillion or close to 99% of the currency notes demonetised in November-December 2016. Currency in circulation in India stood at Rs… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Demonetisation: A boon or bane for the Indian economy? 

19th November 2018 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

Students are advised to post answers in the comment section of this post only and not on the individual question. 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) Without magma… Continue reading 19th November 2018 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

The climate change raises some serious ethical issues on the part of all stakeholder, the individuals, the nation, the next generation and the nature. Most arguments against climate change policies are short-term economic arguments of various types that almost always raise serious ethical problems. Elaborate. (150 W/10 M)

Mentors comment: The question is straight forward and wants us to identify the ethical issues involved in economic dealing with climate change. The answer should start with general introduction of climate change and move to identify the three economic arguments opposing climate change policy. These are ethical questions because they imply that there should be… Continue reading The climate change raises some serious ethical issues on the part of all stakeholder, the individuals, the nation, the next generation and the nature. Most arguments against climate change policies are short-term economic arguments of various types that almost always raise serious ethical problems. Elaborate. (150 W/10 M)

What do you understand by artificial intelligence? How will it affect India? Discuss India’s preparedness in this field (250 W/15 M)

Mentor’s comment: The question is straightforward. You should start your answer by explaining what is AI?. After this Evaluate its effect on India (Both positive and negative). In the next part mention the key observations of the recently released  Niti Ayog report on AI. It talks about the preparedness of India wrt to AI. In… Continue reading What do you understand by artificial intelligence? How will it affect India? Discuss India’s preparedness in this field (250 W/15 M)

Regulatory institutions in India are still a “work in progress”, and they have not attained the kind of maturity that is needed for the emerging economy. Comment?(150 W/10 M)

Mentors Comment: It’s a straightforward question. In the discussion, you have to discuss the regulatory framework in India. Regulatory bodies are important because substantial power to make laws has shifted from elected representatives to technocrats sitting in regulatory bodies. In the intro give the present scenario of regulatory bodies in India. Highlight their functioning. In… Continue reading Regulatory institutions in India are still a “work in progress”, and they have not attained the kind of maturity that is needed for the emerging economy. Comment?(150 W/10 M)

Without magma man’s survival and progress would have been difficult. Comment. (150 W/ 10 M)

Mentor’s Note: In the intro part, you have to mention briefly what Magma is and its composition. In the main body, you have to relate magma with the rock formation, specially igneous rocks, and then discuss various roles of magma in our life in points. The most important aspect of the answer will be economic… Continue reading Without magma man’s survival and progress would have been difficult. Comment. (150 W/ 10 M)

17th November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to East Asia Summit (EAS): India has been participating in the EAS since its very inception in 2005. The EAS consists of 10 ASEAN nations and Australia, China, India, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Russia and the U.S. Which of the given statements is/are correct? a) Both 1… Continue reading 17th November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

16th November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Recently the General Assembly of Network for Development of Agricultural Cooperatives in Asia and the Pacific (NEDAC) was held in New Delhi. The NEDAC was established by: a) Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) b) International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) c) International Labour Organisation (ILO) d) All of the above Inspired by: [pib] Network for Development… Continue reading 16th November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

[Burning Issue] RBI Vs Government

 WHY IN NEWS The stand-off between the government and the RBI has reached a flashpoint. Introduction The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the government give the impression that they are not on the same page even as far as an understanding of their roles is concerned. The RBI suggests that its independence is being violated while the government rationalises its… Continue reading [Burning Issue] RBI Vs Government

17th November 2018 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

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Corporate social responsibility makes companies more profitable and sustainable. Analyse. (150 Words/ 10 marks)

Mentor’s Comment: Explain the meaning of Corporate Social Responsibility. Mention various ways, how CSR is profitable and sustainable for companies like tax relaxation, strengthening public trust, responsibility, accountability, selflessness, cooperation and environmental ethics etc. Bring example if possible. Add conclusion based on the points mentioned. Model Answer: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) mandates the companies to… Continue reading Corporate social responsibility makes companies more profitable and sustainable. Analyse. (150 Words/ 10 marks)

Is it true that the Indian Economy has headed for a serious crisis or it’s just a myth? Analyse with respect to the Performance of Indian Economy Since 2008. Bring examples to support your points. (250 Words/ 15 Marks)

Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/getting-the-economy-back-on-track/article25521145.ece?utm_source=pushnotifications&utm_campaign=pushnotifications&utm_medium=ALL_USER Model Answer: Introduction: Economic Crisis is a situation in which the economy of a country experiences a sudden downturn. We also call it a real economic crisis. In most cases, country’s GDP typically declines, liquidity dries up, prices of commodity raises due to inflation or deflation, and property and stock market prices plummets.… Continue reading Is it true that the Indian Economy has headed for a serious crisis or it’s just a myth? Analyse with respect to the Performance of Indian Economy Since 2008. Bring examples to support your points. (250 Words/ 15 Marks)

While Regionalism is a major problem in Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and almost all of India’s neighbours, India has been able to maintain relative peace regarding regional violence, except Kashmir. Discuss. (250 Words/ 15 Marks)

Mentor’s Note: In the intro, define regionalism. The importance should be given to the regionalism at national level. Then mention some of the incidents of regionalism happening in India and the reason behind it. (Regionalism in India is more of a political regionalism rather than a secessionist movement) Briefly discuss the challenges of regionalism in… Continue reading While Regionalism is a major problem in Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and almost all of India’s neighbours, India has been able to maintain relative peace regarding regional violence, except Kashmir. Discuss. (250 Words/ 15 Marks)

1857 revolt was something more than a sepoy mutiny, but something less than a national revolt. (150 Words/ 10 Marks)

Mentor’s Note: This question is based on the most important debate of freedom movement: What Was the Nature of 1857 Revolt. You will get the idea of this debate in almost all history books and first chapter of Bipan Chandra’s Struggle for Independence is based on this very debate. The main body of the answer… Continue reading 1857 revolt was something more than a sepoy mutiny, but something less than a national revolt. (150 Words/ 10 Marks)

15th November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to Yuva Sahakar-Cooperative Enterprise Support and Innovation Scheme: The scheme is an initiative under Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. It is a youth-friendly scheme for attracting them to cooperative business ventures. Which of the given statements is/are correct? a) Only 1 b) Only 2 c) Both 1… Continue reading 15th November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

[Burning Issue] Ease of Doing Business in India

India ease of doing business rank jumps 23 places to 77 in World Bank’s Doing Business 2019 survey Context India’s rank in the World Bank’s Ease of Doing Business 2019 survey climbed 23 places to 77 among 190 countries surveyed, making it the only country to rank among the top 10 improvers for the second consecutive year. Last… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Ease of Doing Business in India

16th November 2018 | Daily Answer Writing Enhancement

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What do you mean by virtue? How virtue leads to happiness and excellency? Discuss the role of five constituents of Confucius concept of perfect virtue. (250 Words/ 15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comment: Such questions are the core of ethics paper and are very much straight forward. The question requires you to mention the essence of virtue in own words. Further how it shapes human character which leads to happiness and excellency. Mention that virtuous life gives inner satisfaction of the achievement. Virtues are dispositional feature… Continue reading What do you mean by virtue? How virtue leads to happiness and excellency? Discuss the role of five constituents of Confucius concept of perfect virtue. (250 Words/ 15 Marks)

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