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08 June 2015
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General Studies – 1;
Topic: Salient features of the Indian Society; Social empowerment
1) Despite the spread of education and awareness, in some parts of the country the practice of child marriage is rampant. Critically examine the social, cultural and economic reasons behind such practices. (200 Words)
The Hindu
Topic: Women empowerment;
2) In the light of the fact that the Indian army is facing an acute shortage of officers, do you think more women should be recruited to the forces? Examine the challenges and prospects of such a move. (200 Words)
Business Standard
Topic: Indian architecture;Urbanization; Modern Indian history
3) “British colonial influence on the Indian subcontinent was manifested in various settlement types, each of which was shaped by the circumstances of its origin and subsequent evolution.” Discuss. (200 Words)
The Hindu
General Studies – 2
Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations.
4) The Special Representatives of India and China, on a separate track, are engaged in a lengthy process of negotiations to define the final frontiers between their countries. Critically examine what factors are holding back both countries to come to a final solution on this issue. (200 Words)
The Hindu
The Hindu
Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations.
5) Despite resolving the land boundary issue between them, India and Bangladesh still have few more contentious issues to resolve between them. What are these issues? Critically analyse. (200 Words)
The Hindu
Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests
6) The United Kingdom, under the present government, wants to either exit the European Union (EU) or wants to get more autonomy from the EU. Why does UK wants to exit EU? Examine possible implications for India if this happens. (200 Words)
The Hindu
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General Studies – 3
Topic: Food processing and related industries in India- scope and significance,
7) “India should move away from end-point control to risk-based inspection of all food products from farm-to-plate to ensure safety of every item, including raw ones consumed by people.” Elaborate. (200 Words)
The Hindu
Topic: Money-laundering and its prevention
8) It is argued that the steps taken so far, including the Black Money Bill, to bring back an estimated $1.5 trillion stashed abroad are completely ineffective. Critically discuss. (200 Words)
The Hindu
Topic: ; Indigenization of technology; changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth.
9) Recently the government withdrew the excise and customs duty exemptions given to the Ordinance Factory Board and public sector undertakings (PSUs) in the defence sector. Examine why and explain the possible implications of this move. (200 Words)
Business Standard
General Studies – 4
Topic: Ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions;
10) The question whether celebrity endorsers are liable for lapses of a manufacturer or service provider in India has been debated ever since Nestle’s Maggi brand of instant noodles fell afoul of food testing authorities. Do you think, on ethical grounds, should celebrities endorsing such brands be punished by law? Critically comment. (200 Words)
Business Standard
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