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Q1) Soft power can be a potent tool for bringing harmonious relations and peace between India and Pakistan. Discuss. 

Why this Question:

India and Pakistan have agreed to observe a ceasefire along LoC.

Key Demand of the question.

Major issues between India and Pakistan and how soft power can play a role in addressing them.

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:

Give a brief introduction about India- Pakistan relations.

Body:

In the first part, highlight the issues between India and Pakistan- border dispute, PoK, terrorism, etc.

In the next part, explain how the use of soft power can help in solving these issues. Mention the elements of soft power that can be used. 

Conclusion:

Conclude with a way forward. 

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Q2) Though the creation of a Bad Bank has the potential to address the problem of rising NPAs, there are still concerns associated with it. Critically analyse.

Why this Question:

Important part of GS paper- III. 

Key Demand of the Question:

Significance of the creation of a Bad Bank and challenges associated with it 

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 Bad bank and its purpose. Statistics of rising  NPAs can be used. 

Body:

In the first part, highlight the benefits associated with the creation of a bad bank.

In the next part, highlight the concerns associated due to which experts are apprehensive about it. 

Conclusion:

Conclude with a way forward. 

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Q3) India needs a comprehensive and long term policy directed towards electric vehicles. Discuss.

Why this question 

Increase in fuel prices have raised debate on electric vehicles. 

Key demand of the question

Current policies for electric vehicles in India, areas in which they lag and way forward.

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:

Briefly give an overview of electric vehicles and policies regarding them in India. 

Body:

In the first part, categorically mention about the policies for electric vehicles in India- NEMMP, FAME and the areas in which they lag.

In the next part, give a detailed list of recommendations regarding adoption of electric vehicles in India. 

Conclusion:

Conclude with the long term impacts of shifting towards electric cars in the future.

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Q4) The formation of the National Council for Transgender Persons is definitely a much awaited move by the government for the LGBTQ, but there is still a long way to go. Discuss. 

Why this question:

The government has told the Delhi HC that same sex marriages will lead to  havoc in the society.

Key demand of the question:

Give a detailed description about the role of National Council for Transgender Persons, the issues of the LGBTQ community and way forward.

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:

Give an introduction of the National Council for Transgender Persons. 

Body:

In the first part, highlight the role of the National Council for Transgender Persons.

In the next part, highlight the issues still faced by the LGBTQ community. 

Conclusion:

Conclude with a way forward.

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Q5) Free and Fair elections is the fundamental pillar on which any democracy is based. In this context, critically analyse the role of the Election Commission of India and the emerging threats to free and fair elections. 

Why this Question

Important part of GS paper- II. 

Key Demand of the Question:

Role and functions of the ECI and challenges to free and fair elections and measures to deal with them.

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 overview of the Election Commission of India and its role in conducting free and fair elections in India. 

Body:

In the first part, highlight the role and functions of the Election Commission of India.

In the next part, highlight the threats to free and fair elections. 

Conclusion:

Conclude with the need of strengthening the ECI to combat these threats.

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