Total Questions : 2208
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Q. Indian railways has been the lifeline of India’s growth story. Analyse the challenges, advantages and disadvantages of its privatisation. (250 words)
13 Nov, 2019 GS Paper 3 Economy -
Q. Analyse the factors and implications of India’s exit from the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). (250 words)
12 Nov, 2019 GS Paper 2 International Relations -
Q. Tackling air pollution has rarely been a priority in policymaking. Analyse the statement in the light of ongoing health emergency declared in the National Capital Region. (250 words)
12 Nov, 2019 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. Pre-Independence Women’s Movements were led and dominated by men. Critically examine. (250 words)
11 Nov, 2019 GS Paper 1 Indian Society -
Q. What are the characteristics of Hoysala architecture? Examine how is it distinct from Nagara and Dravidian architecture. (250 words)
11 Nov, 2019 GS Paper 1 Indian Heritage & Culture -
Essay Topics
A. Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress, in every society, in every family.
B. For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.
09 Nov, 2019 Essay Essay -
Q. You are a senior officer at an intelligence agency working for the internal security of the nation. You find out that a junior officer has been a victim of honey trapping through social media. In all of this, his phone was hacked and confidential files were leaked.
The entire department has come together and wants you to take strict action against that officer for his behavior. That junior officer is highly skilled and a valuable asset for the organisation. He is also very close to you as you have mentored him throughout and he also respects you a lot. Moreover, any action against him might attract media attention and bring a bad repute to the organisation at large.
(A) What are the ethical issues involved and the options available to you in such a situation?
(B) Also, suggest a course of action you would like to follow.
08 Nov, 2019 GS Paper 4 Case Studies -
Q. “Not only must Justice be done; it must also be seen to be done.” Examine. (150 words)
07 Nov, 2019 GS Paper 4 Theoretical Questions -
Q. Explain Immanuel Kant’s categorical imperative and compare it with the Utilitarian principle of ethics given by Jeremy Bentham? (150 words)
07 Nov, 2019 GS Paper 4 Theoretical Questions -
Q. What do you understand by Quantum Supremacy? What can be the possible applications of quantum computing? (250 words)
06 Nov, 2019 GS Paper 3 Science & Technology -
Q. Briefly explain the Naga crisis, along with initiatives taken to resolve the issues. (150 words)
06 Nov, 2019 GS Paper 3 Internal Security -
Q. The Aspirational Districts’ Programme seeks to remove heterogeneity in socio-economic indicators reflected in prevalent inequality in districts of India. Discuss. (250 words)
05 Nov, 2019 GS Paper 2 Social Justice -
Q. Analyse India-Saudi Arabia relations amidst geopolitical flux in Southwest Asia. (250 words)
05 Nov, 2019 GS Paper 2 International Relations -
Q. “Our earth is a playfield for two opposing groups of geomorphic processes.” Discuss. (250 words)
04 Nov, 2019 GS Paper 1 Geography -
Q. What was the idea behind “privy purse” and its abolition? Do you think the concept of the privy purse was justified in a democratic nation committed to socio-economic justice and equality? (250 words)
04 Nov, 2019 GS Paper 1 History -
Essay Topics
A. Parliamentary accountability is as important as parliamentary debate.
02 Nov, 2019 Essay Essay
B. Somewhere inside of all of us is the power to change the world. -
Q. Pawan is pursuing MBA and shares a room with you in the private hostel. He desperately needs a job after completing his course because of educational loan and weak economic background. In his last two semesters, he couldn’t secure good grades due to serious illness. In current semester he has to secure good marks at any cost to satisfy minimum criteria for placements.
Few days before the final semester exam, he comes to you and asks for money. He is stressed and nervous. He tells you about his plan to purchase semester papers to clear the exam and convinces you for the same by giving reference to his bad health, family status and his education loan.
In such circumstances, would it be right to lend money to him?
(a) Identify the moral dilemma faced by you.
(b) Analyse your role and duties as a friend, also suggest your course of action.
01 Nov, 2019 GS Paper 4 Case Studies -
Q. What do you understand by Moral Emotions and what is their role? How are they different from basic emotions? (250 words)
31 Oct, 2019 GS Paper 4 Theoretical Questions -
Q. “I do not want my house to be walled in all sides and my windows to be stuffed. I want the cultures of all the lands to be blown about my house as freely as possible. But I refuse to be blown off my feet by any. I refuse to live in other people’s houses as an interloper, a beggar or a slave.” Examine. (150 words)
31 Oct, 2019 GS Paper 4 Theoretical Questions -
Q. The strengthened grassroots democracy would pave the way for enhanced environmental conservation. Comment. (250 words)
30 Oct, 2019 GS Paper 3 Economy -
Q. Recent incidences in global politics highlights the trend toward de-globalisation. Briefly explain the implication of de-globalisation policies on India. (250 words)
30 Oct, 2019 GS Paper 3 Economy -
Q. Criminal Justice System in India (CJSI) has been in a state of peril. Identify the major issues and suggest policy measures to reform the CJSI. (250 words)
29 Oct, 2019 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance -
Q. Even after having a number of schemes to address malnutrition, malnutrition remains a mighty challenge for India. Discuss. (250 words)
29 Oct, 2019 GS Paper 2 Social Justice -
Essay Topics
A. Compassion is the basis of morality.
B. Disadvantaged communities are among the most vulnerable to climate change.
26 Oct, 2019 Essay Essay -
Q. You are the Managing Director of Metro Rail Corporation (MRC) of a metropolitan city and you have received orders and funding for construction of the metro track and a parking space in a densely forested area of the city with houses of few underprivileged families as well in it.
For the construction, the forest has to be cleared and the families have to be moved to some other place. The locals have started a protest after knowing about the order. They are highly raged about cutting down thousands of trees and the affected families have also joined them because the forest holds emotional value for them.
On the other hand, the minister who directly controls the MRC is pressuring you to start the felling process as soon as possible. You know that going against his orders will have serious repercussions.(a) What are the ethical issues involved and the options available to you in such a situation?
(b) Also, suggest a course of action you would like to follow. (250 words)
25 Oct, 2019 GS Paper 4 Case Studies -
Q. What are Mahatma Gandhi’s Eleven Vows and what is their significance in today’s society? (150 words)
24 Oct, 2019 GS Paper 4 Theoretical Questions -
Q. “The individual is the one supreme consideration, but also, the good of the individual is contained in the good of all.” Comment. (150 words)
24 Oct, 2019 GS Paper 4 Theoretical Questions -
Q. Make in India, which was envisaged to boost manufacturing in India, has failed to meet its objective. Critically examine. (150 words)
23 Oct, 2019 GS Paper 3 Economy -
Q. Briefly outline the underlying causes for the declining cost of electricity production in recent times. Also, suggest policy measures to reduce the cost further. (250 words)
23 Oct, 2019 GS Paper 3 Economy -
Q. Should Hindi be Lingua franca for India? Comment in the light of linguistic diversity and cultural significance of languages in India. (250 words)
22 Oct, 2019 GS Paper 2 Polity & Governance