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3) Why was the Inter-State Council (ISC) set-up? Critically discuss its performance and why it needs to be strengthened

Topic: Issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein 3) Why was the Inter-State Council (ISC) set-up? Critically discuss its performance and why it needs to be strengthened. (200 Words) Livemint

2) Do you think progress in India’s foreign policy with Afghanistan is constrained by its strained relationship with Pakistan? How should India pursue its relations with Afghanistan? Critically comment.

Topic:India and its neighborhood- relations 2) Do you think progress in India’s foreign policy with Afghanistan is constrained by its strained relationship with Pakistan? How should India pursue its relations with Afghanistan? Critically comment. (200 Words) The Hindu

1) Critically analyse the cow protection movement that’s taking place in India and its impact on weaker sections of society.

Topic: Salient features of Indian Society; Social empowerment 1) Critically analyse the cow protection movement that’s taking place in India and its impact on weaker sections of society. (200 Words) The Hindu