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Q.4 You have recently started playing online chess at a popular Internet-based gaming platform. The platform has online lessons on tricks and tips for improving skills in the game. These lessons have helped you improve a lot in a short time. You are also amazed at the possibility of playing with players of all levels of skills from all over the world. The platform provides you analysis of your games and suggests areas of improvement. While testing and improving your chess skills on the platform, you have made friendship and acquaintances with many competitive chess players from different parts of the world. Of late though, racial, religious and stereotypical remarks have started being thrown at you on the online platform by other players. Initially you ignored such things as childish tactics by an opponent to distract you during the game. Later you would try to engage with such people to dispel stereotypes. But increasingly such experiences are making you sad and bitter. Now you block such people as you encounter them. The online game which started as a fun and stimulating experience for you, has become a source of negativity in your life. In your discussions with other people, you come to realize that others have also experienced similar racial and religious slurs, and many people have left the platform to avoid the abusive experience. You also realize that this is not an issue specific to the gaming platform but is part of the generally seen behavior on social media. You used to consider online trolling as harmless puns, but after experiencing its dark side as a victim you are realizing its negative impact. Given this information, what are your thoughts on the following: a) How should one deal with the issues of on-line abuse such as in the case above? What options are available to you? b) What values should guide online behavior? Do these values differ from values governing offline conduct? (20 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce by writing the gist and context of the issues/conflict at hand. List the ways in which online… Continue reading Q.4 You have recently started playing online chess at a popular Internet-based gaming platform. The platform has online lessons on tricks and tips for improving skills in the game. These lessons have helped you improve a lot in a short time. You are also amazed at the possibility of playing with players of all levels of skills from all over the world. The platform provides you analysis of your games and suggests areas of improvement. While testing and improving your chess skills on the platform, you have made friendship and acquaintances with many competitive chess players from different parts of the world. Of late though, racial, religious and stereotypical remarks have started being thrown at you on the online platform by other players. Initially you ignored such things as childish tactics by an opponent to distract you during the game. Later you would try to engage with such people to dispel stereotypes. But increasingly such experiences are making you sad and bitter. Now you block such people as you encounter them. The online game which started as a fun and stimulating experience for you, has become a source of negativity in your life. In your discussions with other people, you come to realize that others have also experienced similar racial and religious slurs, and many people have left the platform to avoid the abusive experience. You also realize that this is not an issue specific to the gaming platform but is part of the generally seen behavior on social media. You used to consider online trolling as harmless puns, but after experiencing its dark side as a victim you are realizing its negative impact. Given this information, what are your thoughts on the following: a) How should one deal with the issues of on-line abuse such as in the case above? What options are available to you? b) What values should guide online behavior? Do these values differ from values governing offline conduct? (20 Marks)

Q.3 Recent data shows India’s exports declined marginally in August on a year-on-year basis, while it contracted by about 9 % sequentially. Highlighting the reasons for falling exports and rising imports., mention its impact on the Indian economy. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.business-standard.com/article/opinion/policy-balance-122090701519_1.html Introduce by substantiating the data related to declining exports. In the body, mention the reasons for falling… Continue reading Q.3 Recent data shows India’s exports declined marginally in August on a year-on-year basis, while it contracted by about 9 % sequentially. Highlighting the reasons for falling exports and rising imports., mention its impact on the Indian economy. (10 Marks)

Q.3 Recent data shows India’s exports declined marginally in August on a year-on-year basis, while it contracted by about 9 % sequentially. Highlighting the reasons for falling exports and rising imports., mention its impact on the Indian economy. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.business-standard.com/article/opinion/policy-balance-122090701519_1.html Introduce by substantiating the data related to declining exports. In the body, mention the reasons for falling… Continue reading Q.3 Recent data shows India’s exports declined marginally in August on a year-on-year basis, while it contracted by about 9 % sequentially. Highlighting the reasons for falling exports and rising imports., mention its impact on the Indian economy. (10 Marks)

Q.2 Why is the role of Corporate Social Responsibility(CSR) becoming important in NGO funding? What are the issues with CSR funding? Discuss the way forward. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/the-evolving-role-of-csr-in-funding-ngos/article65861246.ece In the introduction, relate CSR with funding of NGOs. In the body, discuss the issues with CSR… Continue reading Q.2 Why is the role of Corporate Social Responsibility(CSR) becoming important in NGO funding? What are the issues with CSR funding? Discuss the way forward. (15 Marks)

Q.2 What role does supply chain play in nutritional security? Discuss the constraints in supply chain along with way forward. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/the-wheat-of-the-matter-disruption-of-supply-chains-due-to-ukraine-war-has-implications-for-indias-food-security-8137467/ In the introduction, explain what do you understand by a supply chain. Next, discuss the role of… Continue reading Q.2 What role does supply chain play in nutritional security? Discuss the constraints in supply chain along with way forward. (10 Marks)

Q.3 Highlight the challenges associated with the new ‘One nation, One fertilizer’ policy? What should be the way forward? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- ttps://www.business-standard.com/article/opinion/unproductive-fertiliser-policy-122090601318_1.html In the introduction, mention the government’s “one nation, one fertiliser” policy and its mandate. In the body,… Continue reading Q.3 Highlight the challenges associated with the new ‘One nation, One fertilizer’ policy? What should be the way forward? (10 Marks)

Q.4 Ethical work culture increases employee job satisfaction and ensures organizational success. Elaborate. In what ways can ethical culture be incorporated in an organization? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Start the answer with the meaning of work culture and then explain what makes the work culture ethical.… Continue reading Q.4 Ethical work culture increases employee job satisfaction and ensures organizational success. Elaborate. In what ways can ethical culture be incorporated in an organization? (10 Marks)

Q.1 Accounts given by foreign travelers are as important as the evidence obtained from inscriptions and coins in reconstruction of ancient Indian history. Elaborate with examples. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce by mentioning various sources used for construction of history. In the body, discuss how foreigner’s traveling account… Continue reading Q.1 Accounts given by foreign travelers are as important as the evidence obtained from inscriptions and coins in reconstruction of ancient Indian history. Elaborate with examples. (15 Marks)

Q.2 What do you understand by the doctrine of harmonious construction? How has it helped in balancing religious rights with other fundamental rights in India? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- In introduction, briefly define what is the doctrine of harmonious construction. In body, mention some instances where the… Continue reading Q.2 What do you understand by the doctrine of harmonious construction? How has it helped in balancing religious rights with other fundamental rights in India? (10 Marks)

Q.4 Distinguish between rules, regulations and laws. Do you agree that objectivity of rules should be complicated by the subjectivity of conscience to achieve justice? Discuss. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- In the introduction, briefly comment on similarity between rules, regulations and laws. Then, contrast the differences between them.… Continue reading Q.4 Distinguish between rules, regulations and laws. Do you agree that objectivity of rules should be complicated by the subjectivity of conscience to achieve justice? Discuss. (10 Marks)

Q.3 A growing global population increasingly living in cities has led to a spiralling rise in the extraction of sand and aggregates, with serious environmental, political and social consequences. Examine. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/mining/a-river-ruined-our-yamuna-is-dying-due-to-sand-mining-say-locals-in-haryana-84758 Introduce with any data or report on sand mining problem. Briefly mention the usage of extracted sand… Continue reading Q.3 A growing global population increasingly living in cities has led to a spiralling rise in the extraction of sand and aggregates, with serious environmental, political and social consequences. Examine. (15 Marks)

Q.4 Some people argue that corruption emanates from the incentive structures within the society, while others see corruption as a purely administrative problem. Which view do you think is more appropriate? Justify your answer. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce by defining corruption. Follow it by clarifying the statement of the question. In body, list points arguing… Continue reading Q.4 Some people argue that corruption emanates from the incentive structures within the society, while others see corruption as a purely administrative problem. Which view do you think is more appropriate? Justify your answer. (10 Marks)

Q.3 Solar power sector is not only leading the mitigation efforts against climate change, but the innovations in solar power can also accelerate adaptation of agriculture to a new reality of changed climate. Discuss. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Start by describing the difference between mitigation and adaption strategies against climate change, and disproportionate impact of climate… Continue reading Q.3 Solar power sector is not only leading the mitigation efforts against climate change, but the innovations in solar power can also accelerate adaptation of agriculture to a new reality of changed climate. Discuss. (10 Marks)

Q.2 Religious appeals during elections continue to be practiced despite Supreme Court directives and provisions within Representation of Peoples Act (RPA) 1951 against it. Highlighting the various checks against communalization of politics, discuss why appeals to religions continue to be a part of electioneering. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce with importance of elections and India being land of many religions. In the next part, discuss the… Continue reading Q.2 Religious appeals during elections continue to be practiced despite Supreme Court directives and provisions within Representation of Peoples Act (RPA) 1951 against it. Highlighting the various checks against communalization of politics, discuss why appeals to religions continue to be a part of electioneering. (10 Marks)

Q.3 How can India achieve “Energy Atmanirbharta” by 2040- an ambitious target stated by the PM? What are the challenges in achieving this goal? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/the-road-to-energy-atmanirbharta-8131158/ In the introduction, start with what is atmanirbharta and self reliance. In the body give suggestions and… Continue reading Q.3 How can India achieve “Energy Atmanirbharta” by 2040- an ambitious target stated by the PM? What are the challenges in achieving this goal? (10 Marks)

Q.2 Relations between India and Bangladesh have seen a steady progress over the years. Do you agree? Also, mention some of the challenges in the relationship. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://epaper.thehindu.com/Home/ShareArticle?OrgId=G4BA7PP5N.1&imageview=0 In the introduction, give brief background of India-Bangladesh bilateral relations . In the body discuss about the… Continue reading Q.2 Relations between India and Bangladesh have seen a steady progress over the years. Do you agree? Also, mention some of the challenges in the relationship. (15 Marks)

Q.4 The recent Covid 19 pandemic has reinvigorated the debate about ‘compassionate capitalism’. Define the concept and explain its importance in the present times. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- In the introduction, define what is compassionate capitalism. In the main body, elaborate upon the concept and explain… Continue reading Q.4 The recent Covid 19 pandemic has reinvigorated the debate about ‘compassionate capitalism’. Define the concept and explain its importance in the present times. (10 Marks)

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