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Q) The recent Pegasus scandal is a matter of grave concern for the Indian democracy. In this context, discuss the need for strengthening data laws to reassure the right to privacy of the individuals in India.

Why this question?

Issue of current importance.

Key demand of the Question 

Discuss the need for strengthening data laws to reassure the right to privacy of the individual.

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 the recent incident of Pegasus cyber-attack.

Body

In the first part, discuss the worrying aspect of Pegasus spyware; how it has evolved from its earlier spear-phishing methods using text links or messages to ‘zero-click attacks.

In the next part, discuss how it impacted Journalists in the absence of privacy.

Finally, discuss the need for strengthening data laws to reassure the right to privacy of the individuals.

Conclusion

Conclude with a way forward.

 

Q) Elaborate on the innovative and affordable pathways for a green stimulus which would create dispersed demand and jobs with large multiplier effects. 

Why this Question?

Important part of GS Paper-III.

Key demand of the Question 

Discuss the importance of a green stimulus for India and suggest ways to provide it.

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 with a context of the question.

Body 

In the first part, discuss the significance of green stimulus for India.

In the next part, suggest ways for a green stimulus that would also create dispersed demand and jobs with large multiplier effects.

Conclusion 

Conclude with a way forward.

 

Q) MSMEs being the growth engine of the economy, there is a need to prepare a roadmap for the sector in addition to the ad-hoc initiatives undertaken. In the light of the above statement, analyse the features of IBC Amendment ordinance 2021 in providing relief to MSME sector in India.

Why this Question?

Important part of GS Paper-III.

Key demand of the Question 

Analyse the features of IBC Amendment ordinance 2021 in providing relief to MSME sector in India. 

Directive

Analyze – When asked to analyse, you have to examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them as a whole in a summary. 

Introduction 

Start with a context of the question.

Body 

In the first part, explain that many MSMEs have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic and experts have opined that the latest amendment is a welcome move.

In the next part, explain the merits and demerits of the amendment to the MSME sector. 

Conclusion

Conclude with importance.