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Q.2) To a certain degree both India and Bangladesh depend on each other for security and stability. In light of this, take an overview of the consolidation of the bilateral ties between the two countries and discuss the issues that need to be addressed between the two countries. (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/comments-to-avoid-in-long-standing-ties/article34721356.ece In the intro, mention the spectacular economic growth  achieved by Bangladesh. In the body, discuss how two… Continue reading Q.2) To a certain degree both India and Bangladesh depend on each other for security and stability. In light of this, take an overview of the consolidation of the bilateral ties between the two countries and discuss the issues that need to be addressed between the two countries. (10 Marks)

Q.2) What are the policy measures and interventions made by the government of India to deal with the challenge of child labour? Assess the impact of Covid-19 pandemic on child labour and suggest the measures to mitigate the impact. (15 Marks)

                         “Mentor’s comments” https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/breaking-the-cycle-of-child-labour-is-in-indias-hands/article34702648.ece In the intro, mention the… Continue reading Q.2) What are the policy measures and interventions made by the government of India to deal with the challenge of child labour? Assess the impact of Covid-19 pandemic on child labour and suggest the measures to mitigate the impact. (15 Marks)

Q.3) What are the factors that led to the demand of global minimum corporate tax? What will be its implications for India? (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-far-reaching-tax-measure/article34711365.ece In the intro, mention the factors such as unfair tax competition, tendencies of multi-national companies towards profits… Continue reading Q.3) What are the factors that led to the demand of global minimum corporate tax? What will be its implications for India? (10 Marks)

Q.4) “Both Law and Ethics are instrumental in controlling human conduct for peaceful social existence but ethics are not necessarily to do with being Law-abiding” Do you agree with this view? Justify your answer. (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Mentors comment – Introduce your answer with writing something about what is law and ethics Body: explain the… Continue reading Q.4) “Both Law and Ethics are instrumental in controlling human conduct for peaceful social existence but ethics are not necessarily to do with being Law-abiding” Do you agree with this view? Justify your answer. (10 Marks)

Q. 4) Ethics and norms of society are generally passed to the individual through the process of enculturation. However, there can be many situations which can lead to a conflict between an individual’s morals and societal ethics. How an individual can resolve such conflict? Illustrate with suitable examples (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” Define enculturation in introduction. Body – Tell how societal norms and ethics are passed to individuals by society… Continue reading Q. 4) Ethics and norms of society are generally passed to the individual through the process of enculturation. However, there can be many situations which can lead to a conflict between an individual’s morals and societal ethics. How an individual can resolve such conflict? Illustrate with suitable examples (10 Marks)

Q. 3) Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 put an obligation to ensure traceability. What are the implications of the traceability of the originator of information on social media platforms for the user and the intermediaries providing messaging functions? (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/power-play-to-bring-the-digital-ecosystem-to-heel/article34693088.ece In the intro, mention the new IT Rules 2021 mandating certain obligations from the social media platforms.… Continue reading Q. 3) Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 put an obligation to ensure traceability. What are the implications of the traceability of the originator of information on social media platforms for the user and the intermediaries providing messaging functions? (10 Marks)

Q. 2) Assess the impact and influence of the two Covid-19 waves on India’s foreign policy. (10 Marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/covid-diplomacy-20-a-different-order-of-tasks/article34702641.ece https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/a-covid-blot-on-indias-foreign-policy-canvas/article34483476.ece In the intro, mention the intensity with which the second Covid-19 caused devastation in India. In the… Continue reading Q. 2) Assess the impact and influence of the two Covid-19 waves on India’s foreign policy. (10 Marks)

Q. 1) “Historically Indian subcontinent has witnessed various foreign invasion resulting into political turmoil but these invasions led to enrichment of Indian Art and Culture” Comment (15 marks)

“Mentor’s Comments” In introduction talk about the various foreign invaders coming to India as they were attracted by the the… Continue reading Q. 1) “Historically Indian subcontinent has witnessed various foreign invasion resulting into political turmoil but these invasions led to enrichment of Indian Art and Culture” Comment (15 marks)

Q. 1) Paintings in India has been an ever evolving art form depicting not just political scenario of India but also reflecting socio-cultural life of the period. Comment. (10 Marks)

  “Mentor’s Comment” In introduction talk about the evolution of paintings by giving Examples from Ancient to Modern age like… Continue reading Q. 1) Paintings in India has been an ever evolving art form depicting not just political scenario of India but also reflecting socio-cultural life of the period. Comment. (10 Marks)

Q.2) ‘As Nepal passes through another political turmoil, India needs to engage Nepal without intervening.’ In light of this, examine the factors that India should consider in dealing with Nepal. (10 Marks)

  “Mentor’s Comment” https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/nepal-government-parliament-dissolved-pm-k-p-oli-7334814/   In the intro, mention the recent dissolution of parliament in Nepal and the challenge it… Continue reading Q.2) ‘As Nepal passes through another political turmoil, India needs to engage Nepal without intervening.’ In light of this, examine the factors that India should consider in dealing with Nepal. (10 Marks)

Q.3) India was a late adopter in all the previous phases of the digital revolution be it the semiconductors, the internet or smartphones. Do you think the same is happening again in India’s adoption of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

  “Mentor’s Comments”   https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/cryptocurrency-bitcoin-global-economy-7337200/   In the intro, mention growing global adoption of cryptocurrencies across the world. In the… Continue reading Q.3) India was a late adopter in all the previous phases of the digital revolution be it the semiconductors, the internet or smartphones. Do you think the same is happening again in India’s adoption of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology? Suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

The Union and state levies contribute to a significant part of the retail prices of petrol and diesel in India. Examine the reasons for such heavy taxation of these products and how their inclusion in GST would affect government revenues? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/gst-council-fuel-tax-global-crude-prices-7258878/ In the intro, mention the issue of rising fuel prices and demand for its reduction. In the… Continue reading The Union and state levies contribute to a significant part of the retail prices of petrol and diesel in India. Examine the reasons for such heavy taxation of these products and how their inclusion in GST would affect government revenues? 10 marks

India’s prolonged political neglect of Europe and continued reluctance to engage a major European institution like NATO needs a much-needed turnaround. In light of this, examine the factors affecting India’s engagement with Europe. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the intro, mention India’s growing engagement with the major European powers like France and the U.K. In… Continue reading India’s prolonged political neglect of Europe and continued reluctance to engage a major European institution like NATO needs a much-needed turnaround. In light of this, examine the factors affecting India’s engagement with Europe. 10 marks

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