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Q.2 “Every second adolescent girl has anaemia. Every second woman of reproductive age is anaemic.” Highlighting the reasons for prevalence of anaemia in India, mention some suggestions to improve the situation. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/indias-great-anaemia-mystery-8149375/ In the introduction, discuss what is anaemia and talk about its high prevalence in the country. In… Continue reading Q.2 “Every second adolescent girl has anaemia. Every second woman of reproductive age is anaemic.” Highlighting the reasons for prevalence of anaemia in India, mention some suggestions to improve the situation. (10 Marks)

Q.4 Garima has joined Flexible Industries Limited, a reputed manufacturing company. She has just passed out of engineering college. It has been her dream to work at the shop floor of a production company and she is very excited for her new job. Her friends call her gearhead because of her love for machines. She desires to prove her worth and has been working diligently for it. During the training period, she has expressed a desire to work in the production department. But the gender attitude especially of blue-collar workers in the production department is not considered conducive for women. Traditionally, shop floors have been dominated by men. With no immediate gains in sight, the managers consider it an unfeasible burden to undertake any change among the workers relating to their attitude towards women. The Human resources department has communicated to Garima that after her probation period is over, she might be offered roles in ‘Research & Development’ department or ‘Marketing’ which have more women employees. Garima meets her HR manager and tells him again that she wants to work in the production department. Her manager tells her that the assembly line in production functions 24×7 and every worker in the production line works at least two night shifts a week. He further explains that workers in the production line are not much educated and are reluctant to take orders from female engineers. Job in the production line is physically demanding and not suitable for a girl. Garima is not satisfied with the answer of her HR manager. Garima is feeling frustrated at her capabilities and aspirations not being appreciated enough only because of her gender. Seeing limited opportunities for her talent, she is thinking about resigning from the job to prepare for the civil services examination. You are Garima’s best friend who happens to be a civil service aspirant. Garima calls you and asks for your advice. What advice would you give to her? According to you, what are the attributes of a good work culture? How can workplaces be made gender sensitive? (20 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Start by describing the central issue in the case study. For the first part, delineate different approaches viz,… Continue reading Q.4 Garima has joined Flexible Industries Limited, a reputed manufacturing company. She has just passed out of engineering college. It has been her dream to work at the shop floor of a production company and she is very excited for her new job. Her friends call her gearhead because of her love for machines. She desires to prove her worth and has been working diligently for it. During the training period, she has expressed a desire to work in the production department. But the gender attitude especially of blue-collar workers in the production department is not considered conducive for women. Traditionally, shop floors have been dominated by men. With no immediate gains in sight, the managers consider it an unfeasible burden to undertake any change among the workers relating to their attitude towards women. The Human resources department has communicated to Garima that after her probation period is over, she might be offered roles in ‘Research & Development’ department or ‘Marketing’ which have more women employees. Garima meets her HR manager and tells him again that she wants to work in the production department. Her manager tells her that the assembly line in production functions 24×7 and every worker in the production line works at least two night shifts a week. He further explains that workers in the production line are not much educated and are reluctant to take orders from female engineers. Job in the production line is physically demanding and not suitable for a girl. Garima is not satisfied with the answer of her HR manager. Garima is feeling frustrated at her capabilities and aspirations not being appreciated enough only because of her gender. Seeing limited opportunities for her talent, she is thinking about resigning from the job to prepare for the civil services examination. You are Garima’s best friend who happens to be a civil service aspirant. Garima calls you and asks for your advice. What advice would you give to her? According to you, what are the attributes of a good work culture? How can workplaces be made gender sensitive? (20 Marks)

Q.1 Post-independent environmental movements in India have been a result of both ecological concerns as well as unfulfilled socio-economic aspirations. Discuss with relevant examples. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce with a comment on unique nature of India’s environmental movement. In the main body, discuss how environmental… Continue reading Q.1 Post-independent environmental movements in India have been a result of both ecological concerns as well as unfulfilled socio-economic aspirations. Discuss with relevant examples. (15 Marks)

Q.3 The recent report of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM) emphasizes upon the significance of a robust patent system for a knowledge economy. Highlighting some of the concerns in India’s patent ecosystem, mention suggestions to improve the same. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/connecting-the-dots-to-boost-the-patent-ecosystem/article65887012.ece Introduce by presenting some statistics on surge in patent applications in India. In next part, talk about… Continue reading Q.3 The recent report of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM) emphasizes upon the significance of a robust patent system for a knowledge economy. Highlighting some of the concerns in India’s patent ecosystem, mention suggestions to improve the same. (15 Marks)

Q.2 Illustrate using examples India’s movement towards an “all-alignment” policy. How does India’s all alignment policy function within the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) grouping? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/for-india-the-buzzword-now-is-all-alignment/article65887072.ece Introduce by highlighting India’s foreign policy move from traditional optimistic non-alignment to more realistic multiple engagements. Substantiate… Continue reading Q.2 Illustrate using examples India’s movement towards an “all-alignment” policy. How does India’s all alignment policy function within the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) grouping? (10 Marks)

Q.1 It is said that during Quit India Movement Mahatma Gandhi was willing to risk complete lawlessness in place of orderly disciplined anarchy of the British. Analyse. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- State uniqueness of Quit India movement and briefly describe disciplined anarchy existing in the country. In the body,… Continue reading Q.1 It is said that during Quit India Movement Mahatma Gandhi was willing to risk complete lawlessness in place of orderly disciplined anarchy of the British. Analyse. (10 Marks)

Q.4 Highlighting the factors responsible for social inequality in the country, discuss the role of Dr. BR Ambedkar in paving the way for social equity. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Define social inequality. Mention its various manifestations in brief. Then list the factors that create social inequality including… Continue reading Q.4 Highlighting the factors responsible for social inequality in the country, discuss the role of Dr. BR Ambedkar in paving the way for social equity. (10 Marks)

Q.3 The Production Linked Incentive scheme (PLI) was launched with an intention to create a sustainable manufacturing base in India. Highlighting the need of the scheme, mention some of the advantages and concerns associated with it. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/toi-edit-page/making-in-india-but-how-pli-aims-to-create-a-manufacturing-base-more-evidence-is-needed-before-extending-the-scheme/ Introduce by talking about the PLI scheme. Highlight the reasons why the scheme was needed in the… Continue reading Q.3 The Production Linked Incentive scheme (PLI) was launched with an intention to create a sustainable manufacturing base in India. Highlighting the need of the scheme, mention some of the advantages and concerns associated with it. (15 Marks)

Q.2 Against the intentions of the constitution makers, the use of discretionary powers by governors has become a major source of tension in Centre–state relations. What are the discretionary powers of the Governor? Also, discuss the issues associated with them. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce with talking about Governor as head of the state who is provided with discretionary powers to work… Continue reading Q.2 Against the intentions of the constitution makers, the use of discretionary powers by governors has become a major source of tension in Centre–state relations. What are the discretionary powers of the Governor? Also, discuss the issues associated with them. (15 Marks)

Q.4 Effective public service delivery requires a citizen centric system. Citizen’s Charter is seen as an important tool to ensure such a system, but it is not achieving its objectives. Why? Discuss measures to make it more effective? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce your answer by  briefly defining citizen’s charter and citizen centric administration. Next, describe the Citizen’s Charter and… Continue reading Q.4 Effective public service delivery requires a citizen centric system. Citizen’s Charter is seen as an important tool to ensure such a system, but it is not achieving its objectives. Why? Discuss measures to make it more effective? (10 Marks)

Q.3 Do you think there is urgent need to extend MSP to horticulture sector also? Discuss what can be done to solve the apple farmer crisis in Himachal Pradesh. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/the-crisis-of-apple-farmers-in-himachal-pradesh/article65879083.ece In the introduction, discuss the issue in brief with data and statistics.  In the body part, discuss… Continue reading Q.3 Do you think there is urgent need to extend MSP to horticulture sector also? Discuss what can be done to solve the apple farmer crisis in Himachal Pradesh. (10 Marks)

Q.2 Do you think we can eliminate TB by 2025? Discuss the roadmap and mention some affirmative actions taken by government. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/peoples-participation-in-the-tb-mukt-india-campaign-can-help-eliminate-the-disease-by-2025-8141630/ Introduce by talking about the TB-Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and stressing the role of people’s participation in making… Continue reading Q.2 Do you think we can eliminate TB by 2025? Discuss the roadmap and mention some affirmative actions taken by government. (15 Marks)

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