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Q.)The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act) 2012 was formulated in order to effectively address sexual abuse and sexual exploitation of children. Critically evaluate. 

Why this Question:

The Act has been in the news recently.

Key demand of the question:

Salient features of the POCSO Act, its significance and issues with it.

Directive:

Critically evaluate - Give your verdict as to what extent a statement or findings within a piece of research are true, or to what extent you agree with them. Provide evidence taken from a wide range of sources which both agree with and contradict an argument. Come to a final conclusion, basing your decision on what you judge to be the most important factors and justify how you have made your choice.

Introduction:

Briefly introduce POCSO Act and its objectives.

Body:

In the first part, briefly highlight the key provisions of the Act and its significance.

In the next part, write about the issues with the Act. The recent judgement by a Judge of Bombay HC can be related in this context.

Conclusion:

Conclude with a way forward.

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Q.)Marketing plays a crucial role in the facilitation of agribusiness in any state and there have been several laws to regulate it. Critically analyse. 

Why this question:

Agricultural laws are an important part of GS Paper III.

Key demand of the question:

Major laws regulating agricultural markets in India, their issues and measures to reform 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:

Introduce by giving the importance of efficient agriculture marketing.

Body:

In the first part, write about the laws regulating agricultural marketing in India- ECA, APMC, NAM and others.

In the next part, highlight the issues with these laws and measures to reform them.

Conclusion:

Conclude with a way forward.

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Q.)Keener scrutiny of the technology platforms of India’s States can lead to improved public services and user confidence. Discuss. 

Why this question 

Part of GS paper- II.

Key demand of the question 

Significance of scrutiny of technology platforms that are used for delivering services 

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 

Write about the use of technology in the area of service delivery.

Body:

In the first part, write about the benefits that the technology has when used in service delivery. Mention a few examples. 

In the next part, highlight the significance of scrutiny on the service delivery platforms which can further help in the delivery of these services. 

Conclusion 

Conclude with a balanced approach on adequate scrutinizing and over scrutinizing.

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