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Tipu Sultan was the fearless “Tiger of Mysore”, a powerful bulwark against colonialism, and a great son of Karnataka. Comment on how should the historical figure of Tipu Sultan be assessed today. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- Begin with brief write up on Tipu Sultan and the current controversy of adding topics about Tipu in… Continue reading Tipu Sultan was the fearless “Tiger of Mysore”, a powerful bulwark against colonialism, and a great son of Karnataka. Comment on how should the historical figure of Tipu Sultan be assessed today. 10 marks

Discuss the issues with the exemption of aided and non-aided minority institution from the provisions of the Right to Free and Compulsory Education Act? 10 mark

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/rte-fundamental-rights-private-non-minority-institutions-7256439/ In the intro, briefly mention the objective of RTE. In the body, mention the issues such as… Continue reading Discuss the issues with the exemption of aided and non-aided minority institution from the provisions of the Right to Free and Compulsory Education Act? 10 mark

How updated and functional land record system can help revive the rural economy? What are the challenges in updating the land record system in India? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/how-updated-land-records-can-help-revive-rural-economy-7254912/ In the intro, mention the lack of clear and updated land record in India. In the body,… Continue reading How updated and functional land record system can help revive the rural economy? What are the challenges in updating the land record system in India? 10 marks

The U.S. foreign policy has undergone a change in which engagement with countries will be done on issues with little or no trade-off among them. What does this change mean for India-U.S. relations? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/india-us-relations-joe-biden-foreign-policy-trade-climate-change-coronavirus-7253370/ In the intro, mention the various issues on which the U.S. has been dealing on a parallel… Continue reading The U.S. foreign policy has undergone a change in which engagement with countries will be done on issues with little or no trade-off among them. What does this change mean for India-U.S. relations? 10 marks

The National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NBFID) Bill, 2021 seeks to create a development finance institution (DFI). In light of this, discuss the challenges DFI face in India. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.livemint.com/opinion/columns/nostalgia-holds-lessons-for-new-financial-institutions-11616951998342.html In the intro, mention the Budget announcement of the finance minister about the creation of DFI to… Continue reading The National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NBFID) Bill, 2021 seeks to create a development finance institution (DFI). In light of this, discuss the challenges DFI face in India. 10 marks

India, because of its proximity to Myanmar, its geopolitical role, and its interests, will inevitably be drawn into the situations unfolding in Myanmar occasioned by the military overturning the election results. Examine the factors Indian should consider as it frames its response to the situation. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/myanmar-coup-humanitarian-crisis-refugees-tatmadaw-7251890/ In the intro, mention the recent coup in Myanmar after its brief period of democracy. In the… Continue reading India, because of its proximity to Myanmar, its geopolitical role, and its interests, will inevitably be drawn into the situations unfolding in Myanmar occasioned by the military overturning the election results. Examine the factors Indian should consider as it frames its response to the situation. 10 marks

The biggest contribution of moderates was not in making the Economic Critique of colonialism a potent weapon amongst nationalists but in laying solid foundations on which Indian National Movement could be built upon and flourish. Comment. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the intro explain the economic critique of nationalism which was one of the major contributions of moderates.… Continue reading The biggest contribution of moderates was not in making the Economic Critique of colonialism a potent weapon amongst nationalists but in laying solid foundations on which Indian National Movement could be built upon and flourish. Comment. 10 marks

Uneven economic recovery from the pandemic on the global level poses a policy challenge to India. In this context, discuss the possible impact of uneven recovery and suggest the policy measures to deal with it. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/us-coronavirus-cases-relief-package-joe-biden-7243679/ In the intro, mention the prospects of fast U.S. recovery driven by vaccination and stimulus package. In… Continue reading Uneven economic recovery from the pandemic on the global level poses a policy challenge to India. In this context, discuss the possible impact of uneven recovery and suggest the policy measures to deal with it. 10 marks

As Bangladesh celebrates the golden jubilee of its independence, it is also time for celebrating the enduring Indo-Bangladesh ties despite hiccups that have sometimes disturbed the waters. In light of this, examine the areas of cooperation and issues between the two countries. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/india-bangladesh-relations-narendra-modi-visit-7245361/ https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/remove-the-wedges-in-india-bangladesh-ties/article34163863.ece In the intro, mention the rapid economic progress of Bangladesh. In the body, mention areas in… Continue reading As Bangladesh celebrates the golden jubilee of its independence, it is also time for celebrating the enduring Indo-Bangladesh ties despite hiccups that have sometimes disturbed the waters. In light of this, examine the areas of cooperation and issues between the two countries. 10 marks

Sense of morality must begin from the door of the leader who preaches it, Discuss the statement in the backdrop of principle of governance – “Yatha Raja Tatha Praja”. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the introduction explain the saying. In the body discuss the importance of morality first, then explain how… Continue reading Sense of morality must begin from the door of the leader who preaches it, Discuss the statement in the backdrop of principle of governance – “Yatha Raja Tatha Praja”. 10 marks

How financing goverment spending by selling public sector asset differs in their effect on inequality from financing government spending by taxation? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/privatisation-public-sector-units-banks-india-fiscal-deficit-economy-nirmala-sitharaman-7243710/ In the intro, mention government’s proposal in the budget to privatise the public sector assets. In the… Continue reading How financing goverment spending by selling public sector asset differs in their effect on inequality from financing government spending by taxation? 10 marks

Though mutual efforts between Delhi and Taipei have enabled a range of bilateral agreements, the time has come to recalibrate India-Taiwan relations. In light of this, identify the areas in which the two countries need to step up effort to take their relationship to next level. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/recalibrating-india-taiwan-ties/article34144957.ece In the intro, mention growing India-Taiwan relations despite China factor. In the body mention the areas in… Continue reading Though mutual efforts between Delhi and Taipei have enabled a range of bilateral agreements, the time has come to recalibrate India-Taiwan relations. In light of this, identify the areas in which the two countries need to step up effort to take their relationship to next level. 10 marks

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