2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Internal Security 15 marks
What is the CyberDome Project? Explain how it can be useful in controlling internet crimes in India.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Internal Security 15 marks
Cross-border movement of insurgents is only one of the several security challenges facing the policing of the border in North-East India. Examine the various challenges currently emanating across the India-Myanmar border. Also, discuss the steps to counter the challenges.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Internal Security 15 marks
The Indian government has recently strengthened the anti-terrorism laws by amending the unlawful activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967, and the NIA Act. Analyze the changes in the context of the prevailing security environment while discussing the scope and reasons for opposing the UAPA by human rights organizations.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Internal Security 10 marks
The banning of ‘Jamaat-e – islaami’ in Jammu and Kashmir brought into focus the role of over-ground workers (OGWs) in assisting terrorist organizations. Examine the role played by OGWs in assisting terrorist organizations in insurgency-affected areas. Discuss measures to neutralize the influence of OGWs.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Agriculture 15 marks
Elaborate on the policy taken by the Government of India to meet the challenges of the food processing sector.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Agriculture 15 marks
What are the reformative steps taken by the Government to make the food grain distribution system more effective?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Agriculture 10 marks
How has India benefited from the contributions of Sir M. Visvesvaraya and Dr. M. S. Swaminathan in the fields of water engineering and agricultural science respectively?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Agriculture 10 marks
Elaborate on the impact of the National Watershed Project in increasing agricultural production from water-stressed areas.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Agriculture 10 marks
How far is the Integrated Farming System (IFS) helpful in sustaining agricultural production.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Disaster Management 10 marks
Disaster preparedness is the first step in any disaster management process. Explain how hazard zonation mapping will help disaster mitigation in the case of landslides.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Disaster Management 10 marks
Vulnerability is an essential element for defining disaster impacts and its threat to people. How and in what ways can vulnerability to disasters be characterized? Discuss different types of vulnerability with reference to disasters.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Economy 15 marks
The public expenditure management is a challenge to the Government of India in the context of budget-making during the post-liberalization period. Clarify it.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Economy 15 marks
It is argued that the strategy of inclusive growth is intended to meet the objectives of inclusiveness and sustainability together. Comment on this statement.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Economy 10 marks
Do you agree with the view that steady GDP growth and low inflation have left the Indian economy in good shape? Give reasons in support of your arguments.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Economy 10 marks
Do you agree with the view that steady GDP growth and low inflation have left the Indian economy in good shape? Give reasons in support of your arguments.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Economy 10 marks
Enumerate the indirect taxes which have been subsumed in the goods and services tax (GST) in India. Also, comment on the revenue implications of the GST introduced in India since July 2017.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Science and Technology 10 marks
Discuss the work of ‘Bose-Einstein Statistics’ done by Prof. Satyendra Nath Bose and show how it revolutionized the field of Physics.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Science and Technology 10 marks
Discuss the work of ‘Bose-Einstein Statistics’ done by Prof. Satyendra Nath Bose and show how it revolutionized the field of Physics.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Science and Technology 15 marks
How is the Government of India protecting traditional knowledge of medicine from patenting by pharmaceutical companies?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Science and Technology 15 marks
Give an account of the growth and development of nuclear science and technology in India. What is the advantage of a fast breeder reactor programme in India?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Science and Technology 15 marks
How can biotechnology help to improve the living standards of farmers?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 3 Science and Technology 10 marks
What is India’s plan to have its own space station and how will it benefit our space programme?
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GS Paper - 2 4 questions
2019
Mains GS Paper - 2 International Relations 15 marks
The long-sustained image of India as a leader of the oppressed and marginalized Nations has disappeared on account of its newfound role in the emerging global order” Elaborate.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 2 International Relations 10 marks
‘Too little cash, too much politics, leaves UNESCO fighting for life.’ Discuss the statement in the light of US withdrawal and its accusation of the cultural body as being ‘anti-Israel bias
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 2 International Relations 10 marks
The time has come for India and Japan to build a strong contemporary relationship, one involving global and strategic partnership that will have a great significance for Asia and the world as a whole.’ Comment
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 2 International Relations 15 marks
“What introduces friction into the ties between India and the United States is that Washington is still unable to find for India a position in its global strategy, which would satisfy India’s National self-esteem and ambitions” Explain with suitable examples
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Social Justice 10 marks
Appropriate local community level healthcare intervention is a prerequisite to achieve ‘Health for All’ in India. Explain.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Governance 15 marks
Performance of welfare schemes that are implemented for vulnerable sections is not so effective due to the absence of their awareness and active involvement at all stages of the policy process. Discuss.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Governance 15 marks
The need for cooperation among various service sectors has been an inherent component of development discourse. Partnership bridges the gap among the sectors. It also sets in motion a culture of ‘collaboration’ and ‘team spirit’. In the light of statements above examine India’s development process.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Governance 15 marks
‘In the context of the neo-liberal paradigm of developmental planning, multi-level planning is expected to make operations cost-effective and remove many implementation blockages’- Discuss
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Governance 15 marks
On what grounds a people’s representative can be disqualified under the representation of people act, 1951? Also, mention the remedies available to such a person against his disqualification.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Governance 10 marks
Implementation of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) based projects/programmes usually suffers in terms of certain vital factors. Identify these factors and suggest measures for their effective implementation.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Governance 10 marks
What are the methods used by the farmer’s organizations to influence the policy-makers in India and how effective are these methods?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 15 marks
How far do you agree with the view that tribunals curtail the jurisdiction of ordinary courts? In view of the above, discuss the constitutional validity and competency of the tribunals in India?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 15 marks
What can France learn from the Indian Constitution’s approach to secularism?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 10 marks
From the resolution of contentious issues regarding distribution of legislative powers by the courts,‘Principle of Federal Supremacy’ and ‘Harmonious Construction’ have emerged. Explain.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 10 marks
Do you think that constitution of India does not accept principle of strict separation of powers rather it is based on the principle of ‘checks and balance’?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 15 marks
“The Attorney-General is the chief legal adviser and lawyer of the Government of India.” Discuss
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 15 marks
“The reservation of seats for women in the institutions of local self- government has had a limited impact on the patriarchal character of the Indian Political Process.” Comment.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 15 marks
“Parliament’s power to amend the Constitution is a limited power and it cannot be enlarged into absolute power.” In the light of this statement explain whether Parliament under Article 368 of the Constitution can destroy the Basic Structure of the Constitution by expanding its amending power?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 15 marks
On what grounds a people’s representative can be disqualified under the Representation of People Act, 1951? Also mention the remedies available to such person against his disqualification.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Geography 10 marks
Why is the Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System (IRNSS) needed? How does it help in navigation?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Geography 10 marks
Discuss the causes of the depletion of mangroves and explain their importance in maintaining coastal ecology.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Geography 10 marks
Assess the impact of global warming on the coral life system with examples
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Geography 15 marks
What is water stress? How and why does it differ regionally in India?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Geography 10 marks
Empowering women is the key to control population growth.” Discuss
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Geography 10 marks
Discuss the factors for localization of agro-based food processing industries of North-West India
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Geography 10 marks
Can the strategy of regional resource-based manufacturing help in promoting employment in India?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Geography 15 marks
How do ocean currents and water masses differ in their impacts on marine life and the coastal environment?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Geography 15 marks
How do ocean currents and water masses differ in their impacts on marine life and the coastal environment?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Geography 15 marks
How is efficient and affordable urban mass transport key to the rapid economic development of India?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Geography 15 marks
How can the mountain ecosystem be restored from the negative impact of development initiatives and tourism?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Indian Society 15 marks
Are we losing our local identity for the global identity? Discuss.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Indian Society 15 marks
What are the continued challenges for women in India against time and space?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Indian Society 15 marks
Do we have cultural pockets of small India all over the nation? Elaborate with examples.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Indian Society 15 marks
What are the challenges to our cultural practices in the name of secularism?
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Indian Society 15 marks
“Empowering women is the key to control population growth”. Discuss.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Indian Society 15 marks
“Empowering women is the key to control population growth”. Discuss.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 World History 15 marks
Explain how the foundation of the modern world was laid by the American and French Revolutions.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Modern India 10 marks
Examine the linkages between the nineteenth century’s “Indian Renaissance” and the emergence of national identity.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Modern India 10 marks
Throw light on the significance of thoughts of Mahatma Gandhi in the present times.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Modern India 15 marks
Assess the role of British imperial power in complicating the process of transfer of power during the 1940s.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Modern India 15 marks
Many voices had strengthened and enriched the nationalist movement during the Gandhian phase. Elaborate.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Modern India 10 marks
Examine the linkages between 19th centuries ‘Indian Renaissance’ and the emergence of national identity.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Modern India 10 marks
The 1857 Uprising was the culmination the recurrent big and small local rebellions that had occurred in the preceding hundred years of British rule. Elucidate.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Ancient History Art & Culture 15 marks
Safeguarding the Indian Art Heritage is the need of the moment. Discuss.
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2019
Mains GS Paper - 1 Ancient History Art & Culture 10 marks
Highlight the Central Asian and Greco-Bactrian elements in Gandhara art.
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