Some argue that time is ripe for pushing Direct Benefits Transfer (DBT) for all subsidy programmes. Do you agree? Substantiate.
What measures should be taken to make JAM trinity to be an effective enabler of DBT (Direct Benefits Transfer)? Identify the problems and suggest solutions.
The post Ottomon History of Turkey is marked by Coups and counter coups. Discuss why, Also highlight why India has never faced any coup till date.
The recent coup attempt in Turkey was an attempt by the army to reinstate Kemalism instead of Islamism. What do you understand by Kemalism and what is its relevance in Contemporary West Asia.
For India, which has made a mark as a leading space faring nation in the aftermath of the successful probes to Moon and Mars, a comprehensive and holistic space act has become a critical necessity to give greater level of acceleration to its space activities. Critically comment.
Examine the short – term urgencies and long – term objectives of India’s space program. Do you think India is in need of a ‘Space Law’? If yes, explain why.
The large, regional trade blocs are the new paradigm for international trade and India is ill-prepared for this new trade regime.” Discuss.
Should India sign the 16-country Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) trade agreement? Substantiate.
It is said that reforms in bankruptcy laws can play a crucial role in economic growth and financial stability. In the light of increasing non-performing assets (NPAs) in banks, discuss the statement
Reckless lending by public sector banks has been blamed as one of the reasons why certain rich individuals have misused large funds and have become wilful defaulters. Is it an instance of crony capitalism? How should such banks and defaulters be treated by the government? Critically comment.
Recently the government has decided to offer tax rebates to encourage transactions through credit and debit cards. Critically examine the rationale behind this move, its merits and demerits.
Economists argue that instead of allowing more free ATM transactions, RBI and government should encourage more cashless transactions. Examine why.
It is said that a drastic reduction in the use of cash in an economy has several potential benefits. What are these benefits? India is said to have one of highest cash to GDP ratio. Why is India finding it difficult to move towards a cashless economy? Examine.
It is said that China’s rejection of the Hague-based Permanent Court of Arbitration’s (PCA’s) ruling rebutting Beijing’s claims vis-a-vis the Philippines will have implications far beyond the South China Sea. Discuss. Examine.
Discuss the significance of recent unanimous ruling of an international tribunal at The Hague that China has no legal basis for much of its claims on the South China Sea.
Should India de-escalate conflict in South China Sea or capitalize on it to gain strategic advantage in the region? Critically comment.
It is argued that the Special Category Status given to certain states has become an instrument that has outlived its relevance and utility. Do you agree with this assessment? Critically analyse.
“Given that economic benefits under the ‘Special Category’ status are minimal and have been diluted over the years, States would be better off seeking a special package.” Analyse.
