Inside India

Topic: Ethics in human actions 9)These days it is common to read in newspapers about teachers molesting students in schools. In your opinion, why such incidents take place and how they can be stopped? (150 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Economic growth; Resource mobilization; Liberalization effects 8) Examine the changing definitions of FDI. Do you think more inflow of FDI would benefit India? Comment. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Economic growth; Inclusive growth and issues arising from it 7) Discuss the linkage between children’s health and economic growth, especially for India. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Awareness in IT , computers 6) China is fast building powerful supercomputers and has pushed US to third spot in terms of speed. Should India jump into the supercomputer race and build more of them? Comment. (200 Words) Livemint

Topic: Indian economy – growth; Resource mobilization 5) Many committees in the past have recommended consolidation and restructuring of banks. Do you think privatisation is better than consolidation? Critically discuss. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations 4) Despite recent setback in getting NSG membership thanks to China’s non-cooperation, in your opinion, why should India continue to work towards strengthening its relationship with China? Critically comment. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic:Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources; Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability, e-governance- applications 3) A rating system has been proposed to incentivise government health facilities to deliver better healthcare to patients. Examine the merits of this system and cautions to be taken in its implementation. […]

Topic: Urbanization – problems and remedies 2) “Using emerging trends in information technology and data collection, cities can implement decentralized governance systems to ramp up urban water infrastructure.” Examine how. (200 Words) Livemint

Topic: Urbanization – problems and remedies 1) Discuss the relationship between Digital India Mission, Smart City Mission and Sustainable Cities goal. (200 Words) The Indian Express

Topic:Attitude; Aptitude and foundational values for Civil Service 8) In your opinion, what are the virtues and qualities of a good but strong political leader? Justify. (150 Words) The Indian Express

Topic: Inclusive growth and issues arising from it 7) Examine the merits and challenges of implementing minimum guaranteed basic income through cash transfer in India for all its citizens. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security 6) “..playing with extremist groups for short-term goals is invariably counterproductive in the long run.” Discuss how true is it in Turkey’s case? Examine what lessons should India’s neighbours should draw from Turkey’s experience. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Various Security forces and agencies and their mandate 5) The deadly fire at the Central Ammunition Depot (CAD) in Pulgaon in May has raised questions about the quality and manufacturing process of explosive TNT (trinitrotoluene). It has also raised questions about overlapping hierarchies and systemic deficiencies in defence production establishment.  Discuss the issue and remedies. […]

Topic: Poverty and developmental issues 4) “Subsidies to the rich are hurting the capacity of the India government to spend more on essential sectors such as health, nutrition and education.” Do you think India has become a tax haven for the rich? In the light of given statement, critically comment. (200 Words) Livemint

Topic: Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure 3) Can the Supreme Court exercise the power of pardon or remission under Article 32 of the Constitution similar to the President’s power under Article 72 (by President) or 161 (by Governor)? Examine. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Structure, organization and functioning of the Ministries and Departments of the Government; 2) “Confining panchayati raj to just the Ministry of Rural Development will be a retrograde step in democratic decentralisation and an emasculation of the constitutional role envisaged for panchayati raj institutions.” Critically discuss. (200 Words) The Hindu

Topic: Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country. 1) On this day — June 30 — 30 years ago, the Mizo Peace Accord was signed. Critically discuss the significance of this Accord for India and Mizoram. (200 Words) The Indian Express

Topic:Challenges of corruption 7) In the light of China’s massive drive against corruption, some critics have argued that bribes and favours have historically served as the grease in the wheels of China’s growth. Do you agree? Critically comment. (150 Words) Livemint

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, 6) What do you understand by inflation targeting (IT)? It is argued that bringing changes in monetary policy transmission, through financial market reforms will reform inflation targeting. Discuss why. (200 Words) Livemint

Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations 5) The issue of poaching by Indian trawlers in Sri Lankan waters and certain actions taken by Sri Lankan authorities against Indian fishermen is yet to be resolved.  Critically examine why this issue is unresolved and what necessary steps should be taken by both governments to address this issue. […]