Current Affairs Based Mains Drill – 16 July 2021.

Q) The exponential proliferation of new technologies and Artificial Intelligence, vertically and horizontally, will make the task of combating terror even more challenging. In this context, elaborate upon the security threats emerging from drones and suggest some measures to counter hostile drones. Why this question? Important part of GS Paper-III. Key demand of the Question  Explain the risks that emerge out of the usage of hostile drones and suggest measures to counter them. Directive Elaborate – Give a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the particular context. You must be defining key terms wherever appropriate, and substantiate with relevant associated facts. Introduction  Start by giving a context of the question. Body In the first part, give an account of the challenges of using hostile drones by different countries. Mention about the recent drone attack in J&K. In the next part, suggest solutions to overcome the challenges. Conclusion Conclude with a way forward. For Model Answer

 

Q) “The time is long past when the mere criticism of governments was sufficient to constitute sedition and the right to utter honest and reasonable criticism is a source of strength to a community rather than a weakness.” In this context, deliberate upon the need to scrap Section 124A of the Indian Penal Code. Why this Question? Issue of current importance. Key demand of the Question  Deliberate upon the need to review Section 124A of the IPC i.e., the sedition law in India. Directive Deliberate – Weigh up to what extent something is true. Persuade the reader of your argument by citing relevant research but also remember to point out any flaws and counter- arguments as well. Conclude by stating clearly how far you agree with the original proposition. Introduction  Start with a brief on Section 124A of IPC. Body  In the first part, discuss why there has been a demand to scrap the law. In the next part, discuss for and against the sedition law in the country. Conclusion  Conclude that the law of sedition which penalizes people for criticizing the government should be declared unconstitutional. For Model Answer

 

Q) The growing importance and emphasis of unity in Asia, demands progressive relationships among countries especially India and China and where both the countries need to come together for a multilateral, rules-based world order. Discuss. Why this Question? Issue of current importance. Key demand of the Question  Discuss the need of cooperation between India and China for a rules-based world order. Directive Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you have to debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You have to give reasons for both for and against arguments. Introduction  Start with a context of the question. Body  In the first part, discuss the need for cooperation between India and China. In the next part, write about ways to achieve this cooperation.  Conclusion Conclude with a way forward. For Model Answer

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