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Q.2) Ensuring the protection and welfare of all of our people is inherent in the Rule of Law. In light of this, elaborate on the principle that forms the basis of the Rule of Law. (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/n-v-ramana-pd-desai-memorial-lecture-indian-judiciary-state-rule-of-law-constitution-7385031/ In the intro, mention what makes the rule of law different from the rule by law. In… Continue reading Q.2) Ensuring the protection and welfare of all of our people is inherent in the Rule of Law. In light of this, elaborate on the principle that forms the basis of the Rule of Law. (10 Marks)

Q.3) India shares a quarter of the global hunger burden, and fighting hunger needs fighting climate change. In light of this, suggest ways to address the threats of climate change while addressing the issue of hunger and malnutrition. (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://www.financialexpress.com/opinion/fighting-hunger-needs-fighting-climate-change/2279369/ In the intro, mention figure mention in SDG India Index 2020-21 specific to SDG-2. In the body discuss… Continue reading Q.3) India shares a quarter of the global hunger burden, and fighting hunger needs fighting climate change. In light of this, suggest ways to address the threats of climate change while addressing the issue of hunger and malnutrition. (10 Marks)

Q.2) Pandemic induced crisis in learning and the advent of the Fourth Industrial Revolution is forcing us to reimagine education and align it with the unprecedented technological transformation. In light of this, assess India’s readiness to integrate technology in learning and suggest the way forward to create ed-tech policy architecture in India. (15 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/the-future-of-learning-in-india-is-ed-tech-pandemic-online-classes-7381782/ In the intro, mention that the closure of schools has forced us to adopt technology to mitigate… Continue reading Q.2) Pandemic induced crisis in learning and the advent of the Fourth Industrial Revolution is forcing us to reimagine education and align it with the unprecedented technological transformation. In light of this, assess India’s readiness to integrate technology in learning and suggest the way forward to create ed-tech policy architecture in India. (15 Marks)

Q.1) Despite being well endowed with rare earth minerals resources why India still dependent on the imports? Comment on the critical and Strategic Importance of Rare earth minerals. (15 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Introduce your answer with defining rare earth elements. In body first talk about their distribution and reserves in… Continue reading Q.1) Despite being well endowed with rare earth minerals resources why India still dependent on the imports? Comment on the critical and Strategic Importance of Rare earth minerals. (15 Marks)

Q.3) Not all public sector enterprises are the same. This also means that there should be a difference in approach in the privatisation of public enterprises that is on the anvil. In light of this, suggest the approach and analyse the pros and cons of privatisation. ( 15 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/reopen-the-files-reconsider-privatisation/article35027135.ece In the intro, mention that privatisation of the public sector has been part of economic reforms since… Continue reading Q.3) Not all public sector enterprises are the same. This also means that there should be a difference in approach in the privatisation of public enterprises that is on the anvil. In light of this, suggest the approach and analyse the pros and cons of privatisation. ( 15 Marks)

Q.2) Examine the interplay between section 124A of the Indian Penal Code and Article 19 of the Indian Constitution. What makes this section prone to misuse by the police? (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/the-law-of-sedition-is-unconstitutional/article35027081.ece In the intro, mention recent judgments on the use of section 124A in which the courts expressed… Continue reading Q.2) Examine the interplay between section 124A of the Indian Penal Code and Article 19 of the Indian Constitution. What makes this section prone to misuse by the police? (10 Marks)

Q.1) Ironically the most resource rich tropical region is also the most underdeveloped. What are the reasons behind it ? Illustrate how some of the tropical nations have changed their fate by turning natural limitations to their advantage. (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Introduce by highlighting the status of the tropical countries and level of their development. In first part of… Continue reading Q.1) Ironically the most resource rich tropical region is also the most underdeveloped. What are the reasons behind it ? Illustrate how some of the tropical nations have changed their fate by turning natural limitations to their advantage. (10 Marks)

Q.3) Retrospective changes in policies by the Government not only leads to various disputes but also impacts overall economic environment. Comment (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/rattling-foreign-investors/article35026303.ece https://www.economist.com/business/2020/12/12/why-more-indian-business-disputes-are-settled-elsewhere In the intro, mention the issue of retrospective taxation. In the body, discuss the factors such… Continue reading Q.3) Retrospective changes in policies by the Government not only leads to various disputes but also impacts overall economic environment. Comment (10 Marks)

Q.4) Probity is often used in affiliation with integrity in governance. How do you differentiate between the two? Bring out their importance in public life? Suggest measures to promote these values in governance? (10 marks)

Introduce your answer by explaining the probity, and its relation with integrity. In first part of the body discuss their… Continue reading Q.4) Probity is often used in affiliation with integrity in governance. How do you differentiate between the two? Bring out their importance in public life? Suggest measures to promote these values in governance? (10 marks)

Q.2) For any nation, internationalism can’t be an end in itself; it is a critical instrument in strengthening national unity, security and prosperity. In this regard, examine what India can learn from China in building flexible global coalitions and adapting quickly to changing needs. (15 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/what-india-can-learn-from-chinas-evolving-foreign-policy/ In the intro, mention the dilemma India faces in its current strategy of aligning with the U.S.… Continue reading Q.2) For any nation, internationalism can’t be an end in itself; it is a critical instrument in strengthening national unity, security and prosperity. In this regard, examine what India can learn from China in building flexible global coalitions and adapting quickly to changing needs. (15 Marks)

Q.3) Examine the importance of microfinance in India. What were the regulatory challenges faced by the microfinance institutions and how a Consultative Document by the RBI help dealing with these challenges? (15 marks)

“Mentor’s comment” https://www.financialexpress.com/opinion/unfettering-microfinance-recent-rbi-consultative-document-frees-mfis-from-shackles-imposed-by-2011-regulations/2277925/ In the intro, mention the difference between a normal loan and microcredit. In the body, discuss the… Continue reading Q.3) Examine the importance of microfinance in India. What were the regulatory challenges faced by the microfinance institutions and how a Consultative Document by the RBI help dealing with these challenges? (15 marks)

Q.2) A recent circular by the University Grants Commission (UGC) proposes a blended mode of teaching in which all higher educational institutions (HEI) teach a part of any course online and the rest offline. Examine the advantages and challenges that such a blended mode would face. (10 marks)

“Mentor’s comment” https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/blended-learning-wont-work/article34938772.ece In the intro, mention the UGC circular for 40% online learning and 60% offline learning in HEIs.… Continue reading Q.2) A recent circular by the University Grants Commission (UGC) proposes a blended mode of teaching in which all higher educational institutions (HEI) teach a part of any course online and the rest offline. Examine the advantages and challenges that such a blended mode would face. (10 marks)

Q.4) Amidst various Challenges that the world is facing today to ensure harmony among the nations and Welfare of the humanity a broad ethical framework for international relations is the need of the hour. (10 marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Introduction Write about the importance of Ethics connecting it with international relations. Body Point out various current Ethical… Continue reading Q.4) Amidst various Challenges that the world is facing today to ensure harmony among the nations and Welfare of the humanity a broad ethical framework for international relations is the need of the hour. (10 marks)

Q.1) Secessionist movements can be tackled by addressing Regional aspirations in an effective and compassionate manner. In light of given statement explain how India addressed it’s secessionist problems. (15 marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Introduction Introduce your answer either with definition of secession or with brief history of secessionist movements in India… Continue reading Q.1) Secessionist movements can be tackled by addressing Regional aspirations in an effective and compassionate manner. In light of given statement explain how India addressed it’s secessionist problems. (15 marks)

Q.3) What is a bad bank? Critically examine their utility in dealing with the challenge of non-performing assets faced by the banks and suggest the ways to make bad banks effective. (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/india-bad-bank-national-asset-reconstruction-company-china-7374608/ In the intro, briefly explain the bad bank. In the body, discuss the advantages such as freeing… Continue reading Q.3) What is a bad bank? Critically examine their utility in dealing with the challenge of non-performing assets faced by the banks and suggest the ways to make bad banks effective. (10 Marks)

Q.2) As an array of external partners seek to broaden and deepen their relations with Africa, India needs to assess and gain insights into these developments. In light of this, assess India’s relations with African countries and suggest a way forward to deepen this relationship. (15 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/staging-a-comeback-re-energising-indias-africa-policy/article34957534.ece In the intro, mention that Africa is considered a foreign policy priority by India and has designed a… Continue reading Q.2) As an array of external partners seek to broaden and deepen their relations with Africa, India needs to assess and gain insights into these developments. In light of this, assess India’s relations with African countries and suggest a way forward to deepen this relationship. (15 Marks)

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