[Insights Secure – 2016] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Events: 10 June 2016
Archives – Secure 2016
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Prelims Revision Tests
General Studies – 1;
Topic: Population and associated issues
1) UN Habitat estimates that by 2030 India will have 14 major clusters of cities accounting for 40 per cent of its GDP. Do you think Indian cities, which are going to become economic engines in future, are ready to withstand extreme weather events? What should be done in this regard? Critically discuss. (200 Words)
The Hindu
General Studies – 2
Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interest
2) What are the broad issues on which referendum debate on UK’s exit from the European Union is resting on? Analyse. (200 Words)
The Hindu
Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation
3) It is said that artistic expression and creative freedom should not be curbed, and audiences should have the right to make informed viewing choices. Do you agree? In the light of recent controversy over film certification in India, critically comment. (200 Words)
The Hindu
Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health,
4) In many states of India, Performing hysterectomies on women below the age of 50 has become a serious health concern. Exam why. How this issue should be addressed? (200 Words)
The Hindu
Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests
5) Recently, the Prime Minister declared that the partnership between India and the United States has overcome the “hesitations of history”. Analyse the areas in which both countries have overcome their ‘hesitations’. (200 Words)
The Indian Express
Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests
6) India will become a functional member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) from this year. Critically analyse SCO’s performance in regional economic and strategic matters, and how India’s new role in SCO would affect its interests. (200 Words)
The Indian Express
Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.
7) Critically analyse causes and consequences of drug problem in Punjab. (200 Words)
Livemint
Livemint
General Studies – 3
Topic: Indian economy – growth
8) One of the key things about the Indian economy in the past two years has been a relatively stable rupee. Is stable and appreciating rupee good for economy? Does India need weaker exchange rate? Examine. (200 Words)
Livemint
General Studies – 4
Topic:Ethics in public administration
9) Is there a solution to address lack of ethics and morality in public servants, especially in politicians? Discuss. (150 Words)
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