Why this Question:
Important part of GS Paper III.
Key Demand of the Question:
Importance of moving from petroleum products to more efficient sources of energy and measures to do so.
Directive:
Discuss- back up the answer by carefully selected evidence to make a case for and against an argument, or point out the advantages and disadvantages of the given context and finally arrive at a conclusion.
Introduction:
Introduce by writing about India’s dependence on petroleum.
Body:
In the first part, highlight the concerns of over dependence on petroleum and petroleum based products- impact on economy, impact on environment, etc.
In the next part, highlight the measures that should be adopted by the government in this context. Give examples of recent policies.
Conclusion:
Conclude with the overall long term impacts of reducing the demand for petroleum.
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Why this Question:
Important part of GS paper –II.
Key Demand of the Question:
Problems faced by bureaucracy in India and measures to reform it.
Directive:
Critically examine- Look in close detail and establish the key facts and important issues surrounding the topic. Try and offer reasons as to why the facts and issues identified are most important, as well as explain the different ways they could be construed.
Introduction:
Give an overview of civil servants in good, effective and citizen centric governance in India.
Body:
In the first part, categorically explain challenges faced by the civil servants in modern day India- resistance to change, red tapism, political interference, frequent transfers, etc.
In the next part, highlight the reforms that are needed to reform the civil services so that they achieve their intended objectives. Reference of certain committees in this context can be given.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward.
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Why this question:
The States and Union Territories (UTs) have rolled out the Intensified Mission Indradhanush (IMI) 3.0 scheme to cover children and pregnant women who missed routine immunization during the COVID19 pandemic
Key demand of the question:
Different immunization programmes in India and their success.
Directive:
Critically analyse - The key to tackling this question is providing ample evidence to support the claims. Ensure that the analysis is balanced by shedding light on, and presenting a critique of, and alternative perspectives. Present extensive evidence taken from a varying range of sources.
Introduction:
Briefly give an overview of immunization and its benefits.
Body:
In the first part, highlight the different immunisation programmes launched in India and their objectives- UIP, Mission Indradhanush and the Indradhanush 2.0. Also mention about Indradhanush 3.0 launched recently.
In the next part, examine the effectiveness of these programmes in achieving universal immunization in India.
Conclusion:
Conclude with the impact universal immunisation will have on India.
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Why this question:
Important part of GS paper II.
Key demand of the question:
Give a detailed analysis of the India- Nepal relations, its significance and challenges.
Directive:
Critically analyse - The key to tackling this question is providing ample evidence to support the claims. Ensure that the analysis is balanced by shedding light on, and presenting a critique of, and alternative perspectives. Present extensive evidence taken from a varying range of sources.
Introduction:
Give an introduction about the evolution of India Nepal ties.
Body:
In the first part, highlight the importance of Nepal for India- neighbourhood, security, ecology and hydropower and culture.
In the next part, talk about the strain in ties between the two countries and reasons underlying them. Mention about the recent border issue across Lipulekh.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward.
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Why this Question:
Important part of GS paper II.
Key Demand of the Question:
Importance of diversifying India’s relation with Arab countries in areas other than energy cooperation and measures to do so.
Directive:
Comment- Pick out the main points on a subject and give your opinion, reinforcing your point of view using logic and reference to relevant evidence, including any wider reading you have done.
Introduction:
Give an overview of India’s ties with Arab countries.
Body:
In the first part, highlight the current situation of India- Arab relations.
In the next part, highlight the further opportunities that India has for building relations with these countries and suggest measures to do so.
Conclusion:
Conclude with the strategic significance of diversifying relations with Arab countries for India.
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