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Q.1 Tribal art has a huge potential for acting as an economic resource and a tool for socio-economic transformation of tribals in India. Elucidate. Also highlight the challenges in this context. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce by giving a brief overview about tribal art. Discuss how tribal art can act as a resource… Continue reading Q.1 Tribal art has a huge potential for acting as an economic resource and a tool for socio-economic transformation of tribals in India. Elucidate. Also highlight the challenges in this context. (10 Marks)

Q.4 The right to information (RTI) and the right to privacy (RTP) complement each other in holding the government accountable to the people, however, in cases of conflict, they can be reconciled keeping public interest in mind. Discuss. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly introduce the right to information and the right to privacy. Discuss how they complement each other. Bring… Continue reading Q.4 The right to information (RTI) and the right to privacy (RTP) complement each other in holding the government accountable to the people, however, in cases of conflict, they can be reconciled keeping public interest in mind. Discuss. (10 Marks)

Q.3 Where does India stands in terms of spending on R&D? Why spending on R&D is important? Suggest the measures to increase it. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/unesco-stats-on-global-expenditure-on-r-d-7775626/ In the intro, mention India’s low spending on GDP. In the body mention importance of spending on… Continue reading Q.3 Where does India stands in terms of spending on R&D? Why spending on R&D is important? Suggest the measures to increase it. (10 Marks)

Q.4 Even though the state actors who make rules and implement them have an important role to play in the fight against corruption, the battle is not likely to succeed without the active efforts of various segments of society. Discuss. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly explain corruption and its impact. Highlight the role of state actors in curbing corruption. Discuss the role… Continue reading Q.4 Even though the state actors who make rules and implement them have an important role to play in the fight against corruption, the battle is not likely to succeed without the active efforts of various segments of society. Discuss. (10 Marks)

Q.3 Corporate governance in India suffers from several structural issues. In the context of this, examine the issues with the selections process of the board members and suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/a-red-pen-moment-for-corporate-governance/article65071168.ece In the intro, mention the recent NSE affair. In the body, mention issues with the selection process… Continue reading Q.3 Corporate governance in India suffers from several structural issues. In the context of this, examine the issues with the selections process of the board members and suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Q.2 “As diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the crisis in Ukraine continue, the time has come for Delhi to devote greater attention to Central Europe. It must come to terms with its growing strategic significance.” Discuss. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/india-russia-ukraine-vladimir-putin-joe-biden-emmanuel-macron-7784498/ In the intro, mention the Ukraine-Russia crisis. In the body, mention India’s diplomatic balancing act on the… Continue reading Q.2 “As diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the crisis in Ukraine continue, the time has come for Delhi to devote greater attention to Central Europe. It must come to terms with its growing strategic significance.” Discuss. (10 Marks)

Q.3 Electricity prices vary not just among end-users, but also between states due to the complex patchwork of different taxes and subsidy regimes. What are the implications of this for unequal development among the states? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/on-an-equal-footing/article65068161.ece In the intro, mention the disparity of income among the states. In the body mention that the… Continue reading Q.3 Electricity prices vary not just among end-users, but also between states due to the complex patchwork of different taxes and subsidy regimes. What are the implications of this for unequal development among the states? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Q.2 France, which had sought strategic autonomy within the framework of its alliance with the US, and India, which has valued independent foreign policy, are natural partners in building the new coalitions for an uncertain era. Comment. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/the-significance-of-eu-india-partnership-in-the-indo-pacific-france-7782871/ In the intro, mention strategic partnership between the two countries from 1998 which is emblematic of the… Continue reading Q.2 France, which had sought strategic autonomy within the framework of its alliance with the US, and India, which has valued independent foreign policy, are natural partners in building the new coalitions for an uncertain era. Comment. (10 Marks)

Q.1 In context of the significance of the Himalayan mountain system for South Asia, explain the factors responsible for melting of glaciers and its impact on the region. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce the answer by writing about significance of the Himalayas for South Asia. Bring out the factors that… Continue reading Q.1 In context of the significance of the Himalayan mountain system for South Asia, explain the factors responsible for melting of glaciers and its impact on the region. (10 Marks)

Q.4 In India, there exists a huge gap between demand for organ transplants and available donors, both living and cadaver. Besides a lack of awareness on organ donation, the rise of non- communicable and lifestyle diseases, such as hypertension and diabetes have led to increased instances of organ failure, in turn putting even more pressure on the demand for vital organs. According to reports, an estimated four lakh people die in India every year waiting for an organ transplant. Other than the legal and administrative issues, there are various ethical issues related to organ donation and transplantation in India. Provide an account of these ethical issues in detail. Also, discuss how the gap between demand and supply of organs in India can be closed. (20 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Give a brief overview of organ donation and transplantation in India. Discuss the various ethical issues and concerns… Continue reading Q.4 In India, there exists a huge gap between demand for organ transplants and available donors, both living and cadaver. Besides a lack of awareness on organ donation, the rise of non- communicable and lifestyle diseases, such as hypertension and diabetes have led to increased instances of organ failure, in turn putting even more pressure on the demand for vital organs. According to reports, an estimated four lakh people die in India every year waiting for an organ transplant. Other than the legal and administrative issues, there are various ethical issues related to organ donation and transplantation in India. Provide an account of these ethical issues in detail. Also, discuss how the gap between demand and supply of organs in India can be closed. (20 Marks)

Q.3 What are the reasons for India terminating bilateral investment treaties? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/foreign-trade/is-india-recalibrating-its-approach-towards-fta-negotiations/articleshow/87599925.cms?from=mdr In the intro, mention the recent signing of FTA with UAE. In the body, mention reasons such… Continue reading Q.3 What are the reasons for India terminating bilateral investment treaties? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Q.2 India and United Arab Emirates (UAE) enjoy strong bonds of friendship which are founded on millennia-old cultural, religious and economic intercourse between the two regions. In the context of this, elaborate on the significance of the relationship for India. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/etching-a-trade-line-to-bond-beyond-oil/article65059117.ece In the intro, mention the emergence of the UAE as an important economic hub. In the body,… Continue reading Q.2 India and United Arab Emirates (UAE) enjoy strong bonds of friendship which are founded on millennia-old cultural, religious and economic intercourse between the two regions. In the context of this, elaborate on the significance of the relationship for India. (10 Marks)

Q.3 What is DeFi (Decentralised Finance)? What are the implications of levying high tax on gains made from the transfer of cryptocurrencies and NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens)? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/after-the-budgets-crypto-signal-india-awaits-reforms/article65055762.ece In the intro, mention 30% flat tax rate on gains from crypto and NFTs. In the body,… Continue reading Q.3 What is DeFi (Decentralised Finance)? What are the implications of levying high tax on gains made from the transfer of cryptocurrencies and NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens)? (10 Marks)

Q.2 Politicians and economists have a love-hate relationship; they can’t do without each other. In the context of this examine the issues with policymaking in India and why the role of the domain expert is important in policymaking today. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/political-input-in-policy-making-for-india-7777204/ In the intro, mention the emphasis on policy continuity in the budget this year. In the body,… Continue reading Q.2 Politicians and economists have a love-hate relationship; they can’t do without each other. In the context of this examine the issues with policymaking in India and why the role of the domain expert is important in policymaking today. (10 Marks)

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