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05 March 2015
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General Studies – 1;
Topic: The Freedom Struggle – its various stages and important contributors /contributions from different parts of the country.
1) Critically examine various theories put forward to explain the formation of the Indian National Congress in 1885. Do you think nature of its birth affected its role in India’s struggle for independence? Comment. (200 Words)
Bipan Chandra – Struggle for India’s Independence, Chapter – 4 and 5
Topic: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues
2) “Although religious reformation ‘was a major concern of these movements, none of them were exclusively religious in character.” In the light of the statement, examine the nature of socio-religious movements that took place during the nineteenth century. (200 Words)
Bipan Chandra – Struggle for India’s Independence, Chapter – 6
Topic: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues
3) An attempt to reinvigorate traditional institutions and to realize the potential of traditional culture developed during the nineteenth century India. Why did this happen and with what result? Examine. (200 Words)
Bipan Chandra – Struggle for India’s Independence, Chapter – 6
Topic: population and associated issues
4) According to new data from the 2011 Census, the number of children born every year is declining rapidly in India, but the slowdown is faster for baby girls as against baby boys. Examine the reasons and implications of this disturbing trend. (200 Words)
The Hindu
General Studies – 2
Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health
5) The 12th Five Year Plan targets a long-term goal of UHC where each individual would have assured access to a defined essential range of medicines and treatment at an affordable price, which would be entirely free for a large percentage of the population. In this regard, critically discuss what ‘universal’ healthcare means in the Indian context and what steps have been taken by governments to meet 12th plan’s target. (200 Words)
The Indian Express
Topic: issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein.
6) In pursuit of ‘cooperative federalism’, the union government has has chosen to spend nearly half of its fiscal stimulus through the state governments. In this regard, do you think states are administratively efficient to spend these funds prudently and productively? Critically examine. (200 Words)
The Indian Express
General Studies – 3
Topic: Indian Economy – money-laundering and its prevention
7) In recent union budget, the union government has announced that it would amend criminal codes and introduce stringent provisions to punish tax evaders in an attempt to curb black money. Do you think such measures will help in curbing circulation or stashing of black money in foreign accounts? In your opinion, ideally what should be government’s approach? Critically examine. (200 Words)
Business Standard
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to mobilization of resources
8) When RBI cuts key interest rates, the Sensex soars and the move is welcomed by the corporate world. How ill such rate cuts affect common man? Critically examine. (200 Words)
The Hindu
Business Standard
Topic: Indian Economy – General
9) “While inflation targeting has some rationale in advanced economies, where food’s contribution to the CPI and consumption expenditures is barely 20 per cent, and agricultural markets are far more organised, there is an inherent danger of it creating an anti-farmer policy bias in a country like India.” In the light of recent monetary policy framework signed between RBI and the government, critically comment on the statement. (200 Words)
The Indian Express
Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment.
10) Do you think increased importance on building physical infrastructure either by involving private or public means since independence is adversely affecting growth of human capital in India? Critically evaluate. (200 Words)
The Hindu
General Studies – 4
Topic: Information sharing and transparency in government, Right to Information; Role of family, society and educational institutions in inculcating values.
11) In recent years we have seen banning of movies or books by governments in India on the pretext of hurting sentiments of certain section of population or defaming the country. Do you think such bans are justified? Critically comment. (150 Words)
The Hindu
The Hindu
The Hindu
