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GS 3202510 marks18 relevant questions20 answer signals Economy Human Development Inequality and Exclusion

Distinguish between the Human Development Index (HDI) and the Inequality-adjusted Human Development Index (IHDI) with special reference to India. Why is the IHDI considered a better indicator of inclusive growth? (10 marks)

Economy

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GS 3202510 marks18 relevant questions22 answer signals Economy Bilateral Relations Tariffs & Trade Barriers

What are the challenges before the Indian economy when the world is moving away from free trade and multilateralism to protectionism and bilateralism? How can these challenges be met? (10 marks)

Economy

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GS 3202510 marks18 relevant questions19 answer signals Agriculture Crops

Explain the factors influencing the decision of the farmers on the selection of high value crops in India. (10 marks)

Agriculture

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GS 3202510 marks18 relevant questions24 answer signals Agriculture Supply Chain Management

Elaborate the scope and significance of supply chain management of agricultural commodities in India. (10 marks)

Agriculture

Open Subject
GS 3202510 marks18 relevant questions23 answer signals S&T Nuclear Technology

The fusion energy programme in India has steadily evolved over the past few decades. Mention India's contributions to the international fusion energy project – International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER). What will be the implications of the success of this project for the future of global energy? (10 marks)

S&T

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GS 3202510 marks18 relevant questions30 answer signals S&T Applications of Tech Bio Technology

How can India achieve energy independence through clean technology by 2047? How can biotechnology play a crucial role in this endeavour? (10 marks)

S&T

Open Subject
GS 3202510 marks18 relevant questions22 answer signals Environment Carbon Capture Climate Change

What is Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS)? What is the potential role of CCUS in tackling climate change? (10 marks)

Environment

Open Subject
GS 3202510 marks18 relevant questions24 answer signals Environment Water

Seawater intrusion in the coastal aquifers is a major concern in India. What are the causes of seawater intrusion and the remedial measures to combat this hazard? (10 marks)

Environment

Open Subject
GS 3202510 marks18 relevant questions21 answer signals Internal Security Terrorism

Terrorism is a global scourge. How has it manifested in India? Elaborate with contemporary examples. What are the counter measures adopted by the State? Explain. (10 marks)

Internal Security

Open Subject
GS 3202510 marks18 relevant questions21 answer signals Internal Security LWE

The Government of India recently stated that Left Wing Extremism (LWE) will be eliminated by 2026. What do you understand by LWE and how are the people affected by it? What measures have been taken by the government to eliminate LWE? (10 marks)

Internal Security

Open Subject
GS 3202515 marks18 relevant questions20 answer signals Economy Federalism Fiscal Policy

Explain how the Fiscal Health Index (FHI) can be used as a tool for assessing the fiscal performance of states in India. In what way would it encourage the states to adopt prudent and sustainable fiscal policies? (15 marks)

Economy

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GS 3202515 marks18 relevant questions25 answer signals Economy Manufacturing Sector PLI

Discuss the rationale of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme. What are its achievements? In what way can the functioning and outcomes of the scheme be improved? (15 marks)

Economy

Open Subject
GS 3202515 marks18 relevant questions18 answer signals Agriculture Groundwater

Examine the factors responsible for depleting groundwater in India. What are the steps taken by the government to mitigate such depletion of groundwater? (15 marks)

Agriculture

Open Subject
GS 3202515 marks18 relevant questions21 answer signals Agriculture Food Processing Industries

Examine the scope of the food processing industries in India. Elaborate the measures taken by the government in the food processing industries for generating employment opportunities (15 marks)

Agriculture

Open Subject
GS 3202515 marks18 relevant questions27 answer signals S&T Agriculture Applications of Tech

How does nanotechnology offer significant advancements in the field of agriculture? How can this technology help to uplift the socio-economic status of farmers? (15 marks)

S&T

Open Subject
GS 3202515 marks10 relevant questions18 answer signals S&T Semiconductors

India aims to become a semiconductor manufacturing hub. What are the challenges faced by the semiconductor industry in India? Mention the salient features of the India Semiconductor Mission (15 marks)

S&T

Open Subject
GS 3202515 marks18 relevant questions22 answer signals Environment Environment vs Development Mining

Mineral resources are fundamental to the country's economy and these are exploited by mining. Why is mining considered an environmental hazard? Explain the remedial measures required to reduce the environmental hazard due to mining. (15 marks)

Environment

Open Subject
GS 3202515 marks18 relevant questions24 answer signals Environment Conventions UNFCCC

Write a review on India's climate commitments under the Paris Agreement (2015) and mention how these have been further strengthened in COP26 (2021). In this direction, how has the first Nationally Determined Contribution intended by India been updated in 2022? (15 marks)

Environment

Open Subject
GS 3202515 marks18 relevant questions25 answer signals Internal Security North-East Insurgency

What are the major challenges to internal security and peace process in the North-Eastern States? Map the various peace accords and agreements initiated by the government in the past decade. (15 marks)

Internal Security

Open Subject
GS 3202515 marks18 relevant questions21 answer signals Internal Security Maritime Security

Why is maritime security vital to protect India's sea trade? Discuss maritime and coastal security challenges and the way forward. (15 marks)

Internal Security

Open Subject
GS 1202510 marks18 relevant questions21 answer signals History Ancient India IVC

Discuss the salient features of the Harappan architecture (10 marks)

History

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GS 1202510 marks5 relevant questions8 answer signals History Medieval India Mughals

Examine the main aspects of Akbar's religious syncretism (10 marks)

History

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GS 1202510 marks18 relevant questions20 answer signals Art & Culture,History Medieval India

'The sculptors filled the Chandella artform with resilient vigor and breadth of life.' Elucidate. (10 marks)

Art & Culture,History

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GS 1202510 marks18 relevant questions25 answer signals Geography Climate Change Island States

How are climate change and the sea level rise affecting the very existence of many island nations? Discuss with examples. (10 marks)

Geography

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