February 10, 2018 by INSIGHTS

[Insights Secure – 2018] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Affairs: 10 February 2018

[Insights Secure – 2018] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Affairs: 10 February 2018

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General Studies – 1

Topic: Urbanisation – problems and remedies

1) Urbanization advances economic development, but it also poses major challenges, from managing congestion and pollution to ensuring that growth is inclusive and equitable. Does India have tools to overcome to overcome these challenges? Discuss. (250 Words)

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General Studies – 2

Topic: Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability

2) The success of Swacch Bharat mission hinges on strong municipals and efficient governance. Comment. (250 Words)

Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health

3) Examine the role and potential of community level interventions and emerging technologies in improving quality of care for women and newborns. (250 Words)

Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health

4) Analyse the findings of the NITI Aayog’s Health Index report that was released recently. (250 Words)

Topic: Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies

5) The National Human Rights Commission of India is often considered as toothless body, however over a period of time it is observed that, though unevenly and sometimes ineffectively, it has carved out triumphal moments that have opened up state actions to judicial and public scrutiny. Critically evaluate. (250 Words)

General Studies – 3

Topic: Environmental pollution

6) What is ozone pollution? Why is it still a cause for concern? Examine. (250 Words)

Topic: Achievements of Indians in science & technology

7) In recent years the private sector is leading a new space race. How can India help private sector in India to boom in the space sector? Examine. (150 Words)

General Studies – 4

Topic: Ethics in human actions

8) The dark secret at the heart of Indian society is that the decline of public morality is now mirrored by a shameful fall in ethics in the private sector. In the light of recent steep fall in India’s ranking in the Transparency International’s 2016 Corruption Perception Index, critically comment. (150 Words)

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