ANNOUNCEMENT – There is a change in format. Students will now have to post answers on the questions page separately by clicking on the links given below. We plan to track progress for each of the GS papers and to achieve the same, this modification becomes important. Students who are unable to post answers, please email hello@civilsdaily.com. You will receive a resolution for sure. 

Please avoid submitting typed answers. Write answers on paper.

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Question 1)

Why did the February Revolution in 1917 ultimately fail? What were the consequences for Russia of the failure of Kerensky’s Provisional Government? (15 Marks)

Question 2)

Did India miss out by opting out of RCEP? Discuss. (15 Marks)

Question 3)

Why do farmers burn stubble, despite severe pollution? What steps can be taken to reduce stubble burning and the pollution that follows? (15 Marks)

Question 4)

“For a public servant there is no black-and-white situation, but his reactions or responses are good or bad-whether s/he reacts negative or responds positive to the situation is, therefore, the more important.” Explain and answer the following questions: (a) What is the difference between reacting and responding? (7.5 Marks) (b) Are Confusion and Dilemma the natural routes to understand a situation and find solutions or obstacles? (7.5 Marks)

 

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