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Q.3 Rehabilitation and reconstruction are considered to be the key elements in any disaster management strategy. Why? Explain with the help of suitable examples. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- In introduction, define rehabilitation and reconstruction. In the body, elaborate their respective and specific functions while outlining their… Continue reading Q.3 Rehabilitation and reconstruction are considered to be the key elements in any disaster management strategy. Why? Explain with the help of suitable examples. (10 Marks)

Q.2 Has devolution of power to local governments and authorities reached a mature stage in India? Do you find any scope for improvement in this regard? Substantiate your views. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/article62109220.ece In the introduction, talk about 73rd and 74th constitutional amendment act. Critically examine the history of democratic… Continue reading Q.2 Has devolution of power to local governments and authorities reached a mature stage in India? Do you find any scope for improvement in this regard? Substantiate your views. (10 Marks)

Q. 4 The transgender community has been a part of India’s social set up since the very beginning but never recognized as a reputable part of the society. ‘Hijra’ is a term traditionally used in India for transgender women who were born male. The role and value of this community in accordance with the sacred Hindu texts condenses to the performance of blessings at marriage and birth ceremonies for good fortune. With the advent of the British Raj in the 19th century, the acts of “cross-dressing” were registered as a criminal offence and if such offences were committed repeatedly, imprisonment followed. Thus, began the criminalization of hijras. Today, although legally supported and socially empowered as compared to earlier times, hijras are still subject to transphobic discrimination-associated violence, poverty, and segregation. In light of the above, answer the following: (a) Identify the challenges faced by transgenders during the different stages of their life. (b) Discuss the reasons for the continuing discrimination against transgenders in India despite several initiatives for their upliftment in recent times. (20 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Start with the landmark SC judgement regarding transgenders. Discuss various issues they face during young, adult and elderly… Continue reading Q. 4 The transgender community has been a part of India’s social set up since the very beginning but never recognized as a reputable part of the society. ‘Hijra’ is a term traditionally used in India for transgender women who were born male. The role and value of this community in accordance with the sacred Hindu texts condenses to the performance of blessings at marriage and birth ceremonies for good fortune. With the advent of the British Raj in the 19th century, the acts of “cross-dressing” were registered as a criminal offence and if such offences were committed repeatedly, imprisonment followed. Thus, began the criminalization of hijras. Today, although legally supported and socially empowered as compared to earlier times, hijras are still subject to transphobic discrimination-associated violence, poverty, and segregation. In light of the above, answer the following: (a) Identify the challenges faced by transgenders during the different stages of their life. (b) Discuss the reasons for the continuing discrimination against transgenders in India despite several initiatives for their upliftment in recent times. (20 Marks)

Q.3 The recently launched Mission LiFE will be a global initiative by India to combat climate change and make it a people’s movement across the world. Comment. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/world-must-unite-to-address-climate-change-crisis-pm-modi/articleshow/94997743.cms  In the introduction, talk about the launch of Mission LiFE. In the body, discuss its strategy and… Continue reading Q.3 The recently launched Mission LiFE will be a global initiative by India to combat climate change and make it a people’s movement across the world. Comment. (10 Marks)

Q.2 Africa’s development is fundamental to India’s foreign policy in order to enable the latter’s rise as one of the global system’s poles. Discuss. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/we-do-not-believe-in-making-or-becoming-a-client-or-satellite-state-rajnath-at-india-africa-defence-dialogue/article66027784.ece In the introduction, talk about the similarity between India and Africa. Next, mention the significance of Africa… Continue reading Q.2 Africa’s development is fundamental to India’s foreign policy in order to enable the latter’s rise as one of the global system’s poles. Discuss. (10 Marks)

Q.4 “Change does not roll in on the wheels of inevitability, but comes through continuous struggle.” – Martin Luther King Jr. What does this quote mean to you? (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Briefly write about interpretation of the quote. Discuss how change is pursued through continuous struggle and it is… Continue reading Q.4 “Change does not roll in on the wheels of inevitability, but comes through continuous struggle.” – Martin Luther King Jr. What does this quote mean to you? (10 Marks)

Q.3 International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently lauded India’s Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) Scheme as a “logistical marvel”. Highlighting the objectives of the scheme, elaborate upon its achievements. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/how-direct-benefit-transfer-scheme-has-transformed-social-welfare-in-india-8217140/ Begin by introducing DBT. List down its objectives. Talk about the achievements of the scheme especially in… Continue reading Q.3 International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently lauded India’s Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) Scheme as a “logistical marvel”. Highlighting the objectives of the scheme, elaborate upon its achievements. (15 Marks)

Q.2 Critically evaluate the electoral bonds in context of introducing transparency in the electoral system. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/toi-edit-page/clean-it-up-more-electoral-bonds-ensure-white-money-donations-but-fall-short-of-full-transparency/ In introduction, define electoral bonds, you can also mention some of the allegations against it as a… Continue reading Q.2 Critically evaluate the electoral bonds in context of introducing transparency in the electoral system. (15 Marks)

Q.4 “It is very important to understand that emotional intelligence is not opposite of intelligence, it is not triumph of heart on head, it is a unique intersection of both.”- David Caruso. Examine the statement with suitable examples in the context of a public servant discharging his/her duties. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce by defining the terms intelligence and emotional intelligence (EI). Explain why they aren’t opposites of each other… Continue reading Q.4 “It is very important to understand that emotional intelligence is not opposite of intelligence, it is not triumph of heart on head, it is a unique intersection of both.”- David Caruso. Examine the statement with suitable examples in the context of a public servant discharging his/her duties. (10 Marks)

Q.2. Delineate the grounds of disqualification under The Representation of the People Act, 1951. Also, discuss the remedial measures available to the disqualified representatives. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- Introduce by giving brief account of the Representation of the People Act 1951 (RPA). Substantiate categorically the grounds… Continue reading Q.2. Delineate the grounds of disqualification under The Representation of the People Act, 1951. Also, discuss the remedial measures available to the disqualified representatives. (15 Marks)

Q.3 Explain the significance of backward and forward linkages in the Food Processing Industry. Also, discuss the challenges in establishing robust linkages in India. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.business-standard.com/article/opinion/food-growers-can-be-processors-too-122101600839_1.html Start by explaining the backward and forward linkages in the food processing industry. Discuss their importance. Highlight… Continue reading Q.3 Explain the significance of backward and forward linkages in the Food Processing Industry. Also, discuss the challenges in establishing robust linkages in India. (10 Marks)

Q.2 Explaining the concept of multi-dimensional poverty, state the measures which have been taken to address this problem in India. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/415-million-exited-poverty-in-india-in-15-years-undp/articleshow/94927710.cms Write about the concept of multi-dimensional poverty. State the measures which have been taken to reduce multidimensional… Continue reading Q.2 Explaining the concept of multi-dimensional poverty, state the measures which have been taken to address this problem in India. (10 Marks)

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