Topics for Today’s questions:

GS-1    Important Geophysical Phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc., geographical features and their location-changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes.

GS-2    Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests, Indian Diaspora.

GS-3    Effects of Liberalization on the Economy, Changes in Industrial Policy and their Effects on Industrial Growth.

GS-4   Case Studies

Questions:

Question 1)

Q.1 Volcanoes are located in a fairly clear pattern around the world. Give an account of distribution of volcanoes around the world. (10 Marks)

Question 2)

Q.2 WTO members’ positions remain divergent on the equity and inclusion (AEI) for Covid-19 vaccines and other medical products. In light of this, examine the role played by India on the premise that “no one is safe until everyone is safe”. (10 Marks)

Question 3)

Q.3 While the sources of growth in an economy are aplenty, there are very few that can potentially address the twin objectives of growth and inclusion.In context of this, examine the impact of the telecom sector on Indian economy and challenges facing the sector. (10 Marks)

Question 4)  

Q.4 The issues confronting humanity are multifaceted – from political conflicts and human rights abuses to pandemics and climate change. They are not contained within national borders, nor do they fit into the silos of separate government agencies or academic specialties. What is required is greater international cooperation, mutual respect, abiding by international laws and participative global decision-making. However, over the last decade, it has been observed that international relations have overshadowed these basic tenets of global governance and now we are at the verge of serious global catastrophic risks. When it comes to the structures of global governance, business as usual, is no longer an option. Not only an improvement in our understanding of risks is required but also taking responsibility to lead collective action for a coordinated global response. (a) What do you think are the factors hindering collective actions? (b) Provide a case for the moral obligation of the international community to come together and find solutions to the problems we face. (c) What should be the principles guiding such international cooperation? (20 Marks)

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