Q. “Private players can bring in the innovation needed for developing space-based applications and services”. In the light of this statement, highlight the role of private sector in India’s space science and technology. (150 words)

Q. “Indian judicial system lacks inclusiveness and is mostly dominated by men”. In the light of this statement, discuss the issues related to women representation in judiciary and suggest measures to ensure inclusiveness of women in Judicial system. (250 words)

Q. There are several geopolitical challenges that obstruct India-ASEAN relations. Discuss (150 words)

Q. The quality of higher education in India requires major improvements to make it internationally competitive. Give suggestions to improve the education quality and its implementation. (250 words)

Q. Discuss the role played by Subhash Chandra Bose in India’s freedom struggle. (150 words)

Essay Topics

1. Winners are not those who never fail but those who never quit.

2. The future of India: Entrepreneurs, inventors and dreamers.

Case Study

A woman and her male partner were living together in a live-in relationship. She faced physical and mental harassment by her partner for some years under the pretense of marriage by her spouse. This relationship continued for some time until one day police recovered a bag with a dead body nearby a river. After conducting a preliminary inquiry, the police discovered that her live-in partner had murdered her. Earlier, the woman's family had protested against her live-in relationship status and after this incident, there have been huge protests in the state against live-in relationships and people who are living with their live in partners are being threatened by various peer groups, religious groups etc. have come together and demanded from the state government to bring a law to ban live-in relationships in the whole state, claiming that the live-in relationships are against Indian culture.

As senior police officer in your area how would you handle the situation and what steps would you take to resolve the issue?

Q. What are the moral lessons one can learn from Gandhi and Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose? Elucidate (150 words)

Q. “Corruption is a moral degradation of character of public servant as well as of the defects of government systems and procedures “. Examine (150 words)

Q. The Direct Benefit Transfer Scheme is a good step toward reforming the government delivery system. Discuss. (250 words)

Q. “Starlink will change the internet connectivity “. Discuss the utility of the project in bringing remote connectivity. (250 words)

Q. The Gulf region has economic, strategic and cultural significance for India. Discuss (150 words)

Q. Comment upon the appointment procedure of the election commissioners. Suggest measures to reform appointment process? (250 words)

Q. Rashtrakutas contributed heavily to the Deccan's architectural legacy. Discuss (150 words)

Q. Highlight the significant role played by coral reefs in maintaining ocean ecosystems. Discuss the impact of climate change on corals. (150 words)

Essay Topics

1. E-Governance: the most easy, effective and economical governance.

2. There are no “natural disasters”- only inadequately planned human settlements.

Case Study

Dr. Ankur Sharma is a surgeon. He comes from a well-educated family. Rahul, his little son, is 7 years old and is showing some troubling behaviour patterns. Rahul has been taking pleasure in hurting and torturing creatures for the last two years. It all started when he would pick up some insects such as cockroaches and worms and take delight in cutting them to pieces with a blade. The family keeps some pets including rabbits and some days ago Mr. Sharma detected the boy vivisecting a rabbit in a lonely corner of their garden. By the time Mr. Sharma intervened it was all over, and young Rahul was almost relishing the sight of his bloody hand. Mr. Sharma, of course, scolded the kid but they are worried about the gruesome incidents likely to happen from this kind of perverse behaviour.

What actions should the parents take? Select from the following options:

1. They should ignore the incidents as childish pranks.

2. They should explain to Rahul the need to behave kindly towards animals and to avoid violence in all forms.

3. They should take Rahul to a psychiatrist for counselling and treatment.

4. They should not let Rahul out of sight when he is alone.

Q. Discuss aspects of Hindu ethics which are relevant to modern administration. Give examples to justify your answer. (150 words)

Q. What duties do government employees have in terms of ethics that are generally accepted? (150 Words)

Q. With the rise of maritime territorial disputes and rising tension across the world, there is renowned focus on maritime security by India. Discuss the challenges faced by India in achieving maritime security. (150 words)

Q. Discuss the various challenges related to waste-water Management in India. Highlight the recent government initiatives to resolve waste-water management. (250 words)

Q. With the Global task of G-20 presidency turns towards India’s table, discuss India's role as leader of global south. (150 words)

Q. Highlight provisions of proposed Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2022. Discuss whether it protects citizens' right to privacy? (250 Words)

Q. “Pala period witnessed the last great phase of Buddhism and of the Buddhist art in India”. In the light of the statement highlight the main features of Pala art. (250 words)

Q. According to the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) India is set to become the world’s most populous country by 2023. Critically examine the challenges and opportunities of rising population. (250 words)

Essay Topics

1. Trade money for time, not time for money. You’re going to run out of time first.

2. Without development of knowledge and reason, a civilization cannot advance.

Case Study

Ashwani Sood is a farmer who resides in a village of moderate size in the Sitamarhi district of Bihar. He was once chosen to lead the local Panchayat. He has a 25-year-old young son Divyansh. Being the only son of the family, Divyansh was pampered and became spoilt. He was arrogant, always wanted to have his way and would pick up a fight at the slightest opportunity.

A primary school teacher of the area was shot in the head by Divyansh in full view of a large number of persons. He was arrested and remained in jail, despite several attempts to come out.

The MLA of the district is happened to be a part of state cabinet and is also a longtime friend of Ashwani and is currently very influential in the government. The present District Magistrate (Sanjit) has good relations with the minister as he had worked under this Minister in the secretariat before he came to this district and was also recommended by him.

Later, the cabinet minister from the district called Sanjit for recommending parole to Divyansh.

The Minister did not claim that Divyansh is innocent; his pleading was restricted to the circumstances the family was passing through as his mother had died recently. The Minister’s request has created a somewhat difficult situation for Sanjit. This Minister rarely intervenes in any administrative day-to-day functions.

What would be the course of action should Sanjit follow and why?

Q. “The unexamined life is not worth living”, how would you interpret this statement of Socrates? (250 words)

Q. How can information and communication technology help in reducing corruption? illustrate your answer with two examples (250 words)

Q. Despite being the second-largest producer of tea globally, there are challenges faced by the Tea industry in India. Highlight some government initiatives to promote the growth of the tea industry. (250 words)