2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Internal Security 15 marks
Analyze internal security threats and transborder crimes along Myanmar, Bangladesh and Pakistan borders including Line of Control (LoC). Also discuss the role played by various security forces in this regard.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Internal Security 15 marks
What are the sound determinants of left-wing extremism in Eastern part of India? What strategy should Government of India, civil administration and security forces adopt to counter the threat in the affected areas?
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Internal Security 10 marks
For effective border area management, discuss the steps required to be taken to deny local support to militants and also suggest ways to manage favourable perception among locals.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Internal Security 10 marks
Discuss different types of cyber crimes and measures required to be taken to fight the menace.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Agriculture 10 marks
Suggest measures to improve water storage and irrigation system to make its judicious use under depleting scenario.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Agriculture 10 marks
What are the major factors responsible for making rice-wheat system a success? In spite of this success how has this system become bane in India?
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Agriculture 10 marks
What are the challenges and opportunities of food processing sector in the country? How can income of the farmers be substantially increased by encouraging food processing?
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Agriculture 10 marks
What are the main constraints in transport and marketing of agricultural produce in India?
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Disaster Management 15 marks
Discuss the recent measures initiated in disaster management by the Government of India departing from the earlier reactive approach.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Environment & Ecology 10 marks
Coastal sand mining, whether legal or illegal, poses one of the biggest threats to our environment. Analyze the impact of sand mining along the Indian coasts, citing specific examples
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Environment & Ecology 15 marks
Define the concept of carrying capacity of an ecosystem as relevant to an environment. Explain how understanding this concept is vital while planning for the sustainable development of a region.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Environment & Ecology 15 marks
What are the key features of the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) initiated by the Government of India?
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Environment & Ecology 15 marks
Describe the benefits of deriving electric energy from sunlight in contrast to conventional energy generation. What are the initiatives offered by our Government for this purpose?
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Environment & Ecology 15 marks
Describe the benefits of deriving electric energy from sunlight in contrast to conventional energy generation. What are the initiatives offered by our Government for this purpose?
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Environment & Ecology 15 marks
Describe the benefits of deriving electric energy from sunlight in contrast to conventional energy generation. What are the initiatives offered by our Government for this purpose?
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Environment & Ecology 10 marks
What are the salient features of the Jal Shakti Abhiyan? launches by the Government of India for water conservation and water security?
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Environment & Ecology 10 marks
How does the draft Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification, 2020 differ from the existing EIA Notification, 2006?
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Economy 15 marks
Explain the rationale behind the Goods and Services Tax (Compensation to States) Act of 2017. How has COVID-19 impacted the GST compensation fund and created new federal tensions?
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Economy 15 marks
Explain the meaning of investment in an economy in terms of capital formation. Discuss the factors to be considered while designing a concession agreement between a public entity and a private entity.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Economy 10 marks
Define potential GDP and explain its determinants. What are the factors that have been inhibiting India from realizing its potential GDP?
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Economy 10 marks
Explain intra-generational and inter-generational issues of equity from the perspective of inclusive growth and sustainable development.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Science and Technology 15 marks
COVID-19 pandemic has caused unprecedented devastation worldwide. However, technological advancements are being availed readily to win over the crisis. Give an account of how technology was sought to aid the management of the pandemic.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Science and Technology 10 marks
How is science interwoven deeply with our lives? What are the striking changes in agriculture triggered off by science-based technologies?
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 3 Science and Technology 10 marks
What do you understand by nanotechnology and how is it helping in the health sector?
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GS Paper - 2 8 questions
2020
Mains GS Paper - 2 International Relations 10 marks
Critically examine the role of WHO in providing global health security during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 2 International Relations 10 marks
‘Indian diaspora has a decisive role to play in the politics and economy of America and European Countries’. Comment with examples.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 2 International Relations 15 marks
“The incidence and intensity of poverty are more important in determining poverty based on income alone”. In this context analyze the latest United Nations Multidimensional Poverty Index Report.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 2 International Relations 15 marks
‘Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD)’ is the transforming itself into a trade bloc from a military alliance, in present times – Discuss.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 2 International Relations 15 marks
‘Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD)’ is the transforming itself into a trade bloc from a military alliance, in present times – Discuss.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 2 International Relations 15 marks
‘Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD)’ is the transforming itself into a trade bloc from a military alliance, in present times – Discuss.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 2 International Relations 15 marks
‘Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD)’ is the transforming itself into a trade bloc from a military alliance, in present times – Discuss.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 2 International Relations 15 marks
What is the significance of Indo-US defense deals over Indo-Russian defense deals? Discuss with reference to stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
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GS Paper - 1 30 questions
2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Social Justice 10 marks
There is a growing divergence in the relationship between poverty and hunger in India. The shrinking of social expenditure by the government is forcing the poor to spend more on non-food essential items squeezing their food-budget – Elucidate.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Social Justice 10 marks
Despite Consistent experience of high growth, India still goes with the lowest indicators of human development. Examine the issues that make balanced and inclusive development elusive.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Social Justice 15 marks
National Education Policy 2020 is in conformity with the Sustainable Development Goal-4 (2030). It intends to restructure and reorient the education system in India. Critically examine the statement.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Social Justice 15 marks
“Micro-Finance as an anti-poverty vaccine is aimed at asset creation and income security of the rural poor in India”. Evaluate the role of Self-Help Groups in achieving the twin objectives along with empowering women in rural India.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Social Justice 10 marks
In order to enhance the prospects of social development, sound and adequate health care policies are needed particularly in the fields of geriatric and maternal health care. Discuss.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Governance 10 marks
“The emergence of Fourth Industrial Revolution (Digital Revolution) has initiated e-Governance as an integral part of the government”. Discuss.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Governance 10 marks
“Institutional quality is a crucial driver of economic performance”. In this context suggest reforms in Civil Service for strengthening democracy.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 15 marks
Which steps are required for constitutionalization of a Commission? Do you think imparting constitutionality to the National Commission for Women would ensure greater gender justice and empowerment in India? Give reasons.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 15 marks
Rajya Sabha has been transformed from a ‘useless stepney tyre’ to the most useful supporting organ in past few decades. Highlight the factors as well as the areas in which this transformation could be visible.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 15 marks
The strength and sustenance of local institutions in India has shifted from their formative phase of ‘Functions, Functionaries and Funds’ to the contemporary stage of ‘Functionality’. Highlight the critical challenges faced by local institutions in terms of their functionality in recent times.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 15 marks
Judicial Legislation is antithetical to the doctrine of separation of powers as envisaged in the Indian Constitution. In this context justify the filing of large number of public interest petitions praying for issuing guidelines to executive authorities.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 15 marks
Judicial Legislation is antithetical to the doctrine of separation of powers as envisaged in the Indian Constitution. In this context justify the filing of large number of public interest petitions praying for issuing guidelines to executive authorities.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 15 marks
Indian Constitution exhibits centralising tendencies to maintain unity and integrity of the nation. Elucidate in the perspective of the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897; The Disaster Management Act, 2005 and recently passed Farm Acts
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 10 marks
‘Once a Speaker, Always a Speaker’! Do you think this practice should be adopted to impart objectivity to the office of the Speaker of Lok Sabha? What could be its implications for the robust functioning of parliamentary business in India?
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 10 marks
The judicial systems in India and UK seem to be converging as well as diverging in recent times. Highlight the key points of convergence and divergence between the two nations in terms of their judicial practices.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 10 marks
How far do you think cooperation, competition, and confrontation have shaped the nature of federation in India? Cite some recent examples to validate your answer.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 10 marks
“Recent amendments to the Right to Information Act will have profound impact on the autonomy and independence of the Information Commission”. Discuss.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Polity 10 marks
“There is a need for simplification of procedure for disqualification of persons found guilty of corrupt practices under the Representation of Peoples Act”. Comment.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Indian Society 15 marks
How have digital initiatives in India contributed to the functioning of the education system in the country? Elaborate on your answer.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Indian Society 15 marks
Customs and traditions suppress reason leading to obscurantism. Do you agree?
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Indian Society 15 marks
Are diversity and pluralism in India under threat due to globalisation? Justify your answer.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Indian Society 10 marks
Do you agree that regionalism in India appears to be a consequence of rising cultural assertiveness? Argue.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Indian Society 10 marks
COVID-19 pandemic accelerated class inequalities and poverty in India. Comment.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Indian Society 10 marks
Has caste lost its relevance in understanding the multi-cultural Indian Society? Elaborate your answer with illustrations.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Modern India 15 marks
Since the decade of the 1920s, the national movement acquired various ideological strands and thereby expanded its social base. Discuss.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Modern India 10 marks
Evaluate the policies of Lord Curzon and their long-term implications on the national movement.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Ancient History Art & Culture 15 marks
Persian literary sources of medieval India reflect the spirit of the age. Comment.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Ancient History Art & Culture 15 marks
Indian Philosophy and tradition played a significant role in conceiving and shaping the monuments and their art in India. Discuss.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Ancient History Art & Culture 15 marks
Pala period is the most significant phase in the history of Buddhism in India. Enumerate.
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2020
Mains GS Paper - 1 Ancient History Art & Culture 15 marks
The rock-cut architecture represents one of the most important sources of our knowledge of early Indian art and history. Discuss.
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