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What are the myths and realities associated with GM food? Do you think India should maintain its still-rich genetic diversity for the future of our agriculture instead of going for GM crops? Critically comment. (150W/10M)

Sources: https://rajyasabha.nic.in/rsnew/publication_electronic/gen_modify_crops.pdf https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/should-we-grow-gm-crops/article19226398.ece Introduction: GM Food is a food which has been produced using organisms that have been engineered genetically… Continue reading What are the myths and realities associated with GM food? Do you think India should maintain its still-rich genetic diversity for the future of our agriculture instead of going for GM crops? Critically comment. (150W/10M)

What are the merits of the idea of conducting simultaneous elections for state assemblies and Parliament? Are there compelling reasons for India to consider this option? Critically examine. (150W/10M)

Sources: https://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:B4_oZguTHWcJ:https://indianexpress.com/article/india/prime-minister-narendra-modi-niti-aayog-election-financial-year-merits-and-demerits-of-simultaneous-elections-and-change-in-fiscal-proposals-by-pm-modi-4626089/+&cd=3&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=in https://www.livemint.com/Opinion/MgitLxJasfNAbKDhnCQgUJ/Simultaneous-elections-are-a-bad-idea.html Introduction: Recently, the concept of simultaneous election in India has been reinitiated which entails for holding elections… Continue reading What are the merits of the idea of conducting simultaneous elections for state assemblies and Parliament? Are there compelling reasons for India to consider this option? Critically examine. (150W/10M)

Prohibiting women entry and worshiping in spaces dominated by male custodian of religion is not just a matter of violating women’s equality in matters of faith but also their dignity and continuation of male appropriation of religion. Critically analyse in the context of recent landmark judgment given by Supreme Court. (250W/15M)

Mentor’s Comment: This question is very contemporary based on the burning issue of violation of women rights for entering into… Continue reading Prohibiting women entry and worshiping in spaces dominated by male custodian of religion is not just a matter of violating women’s equality in matters of faith but also their dignity and continuation of male appropriation of religion. Critically analyse in the context of recent landmark judgment given by Supreme Court. (250W/15M)

Examine the relevance of the following in the context of civil service citing examples. (10 Marks) a)Probity b)Taking Accountability c)Delegation d)Developing Others e)Consultation and Consensus Building

Mentor’s Note Similar question was there in 2017. These values have been mentioned repeatedly in PM’s speeches and various government… Continue reading Examine the relevance of the following in the context of civil service citing examples. (10 Marks) a)Probity b)Taking Accountability c)Delegation d)Developing Others e)Consultation and Consensus Building

While Globalization has destroyed many traditional practices and Industries in India it has also given new lease of life to some of them who were on the ventilator. Examine. (250W/15M)

Mentors Comment: The statement of the question is inclined to get your balanced perspective of Globalization on traditional practices and… Continue reading While Globalization has destroyed many traditional practices and Industries in India it has also given new lease of life to some of them who were on the ventilator. Examine. (250W/15M)

It is said that article 239AA gives responsibility without power to the Delhi Government? Do you agree with the view? What should be done to remove this anomaly? (150W/10M)

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/arvind-kejriwal-versus-anil-baijal-delhi-governor-responsibility-without-power-4962304/ Model Answer: Introduction: The 69th constitutional amendment created Article 239AA and called for the formation of an assembly… Continue reading It is said that article 239AA gives responsibility without power to the Delhi Government? Do you agree with the view? What should be done to remove this anomaly? (150W/10M)

While social movements seek to bring in social change, counter movements sometimes arise in defence of status quo. Comment and bring examples to support your point.       (150W/10M)

Approach: Since this is the basic question, a fair knowledge of NCERTs and other standard books will help in developing… Continue reading While social movements seek to bring in social change, counter movements sometimes arise in defence of status quo. Comment and bring examples to support your point.       (150W/10M)

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