GS2 · Practice questions
Poverty and Hunger
27 questions match. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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Despite economic growth, multidimensional poverty continues to persist in India. Analyse the underlying causes and discuss the measures taken by the government to address them.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Poverty and HungerWelfare Schemes
India faces a paradox of food surplus and nutritional deficit. Analyse the structural reasons behind this paradox and suggest reform strategies.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 10 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Poverty and HungerWelfare Schemes
Given India's strides in reducing extreme poverty, should the country consider redefining its poverty line to better reflect the current socio-economic realities? Discuss the potential benefits and challenges associated with redefinition of the poverty line.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 9 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Poverty and HungerPolicy Design and Implementation
The focus of welfare schemes in India is shifting from "well-being" towards "over-dependency". In light of this, do you agree that welfare schemes have inculcated a "freebies culture" in India leading to a divergence of focus from poverty and hunger alleviation?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Policy Design and ImplementationWelfare Schemes
Discuss the role of microfinance institutions (MFI) in rural financial empowerment in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPolicy Design and Implementation
The first step to eradicating poverty is reliable poverty assessment for program design, implementation, and monitoring. In this context discuss the methodology and significance of NITI Aayog's National Multidimensional Poverty Index.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Poverty and HungerPolicy Design and Implementation
Discuss the unique challenges and opportunities Self Help Groups (SHGs) encounter in urban areas compared to rural ones, and how can microfinance be adapted to tackle urban poverty.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPoverty and Hunger
Understanding the extent, source, and complexity of deprivations among the multidimensionally poor contributes to more informed policymaking. In this context, analyze the latest National Multidimensional Poverty Index Report by NITI Aayog.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Poverty and HungerPolicy Design and Implementation
To what extent collaboration between the state and civil society organizations (CSOs) help in addressing poverty and malnutrition in the country?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPoverty and Hunger
To what extent, in your opinion, Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in India have enabled women led development at the grassroot level?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2020–2024
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyWomen and Gender
Analyze the potential challenges and benefits involved in leveraging SHGs as platforms for skill development, entrepreneurship, and income generation among marginalized communities to effectively counter poverty.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPoverty and Hunger
Hunger is both a cause and a consequence of poverty, and addressing it requires a multidimensional approach. Analyze the effectiveness of a multidimensional approach with examples from key government initiatives.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Poverty and HungerWelfare Schemes
"The fight against poverty is at the core of the Sustainable Development Goals". In this context, highlight the interlinkages between poverty alleviation and various SDGs. Also, assess the effectiveness of the measures taken by the government for achieving the same.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Poverty and HungerWelfare Schemes
Despite the implementation of numerous policies and schemes aimed at combating hunger and malnutrition in the country, their effectiveness remains limited. Analyse.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Poverty and HungerPolicy Design and Implementation
How would you explain the persistence of high malnutrition rates with declining poverty rates in India? (10M)
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Poverty and HungerHealth
Discuss the need to formulate migration-centric policies, strategies, and institutional mechanisms to promote sustainable migration in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Welfare SchemesVulnerable Sections
There is an urgent need for global cooperation to eradicate poverty and hunger. In this context analyse how international cooperation can impact efforts to address the challenges of poverty and hunger.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Poverty and HungerGlobal Institutions
Discuss the multidimensional poverty in India and its impact on various aspects of human development.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Poverty and HungerSocial Sector Services
Given its impact on both individual resilience and the resilience of the economy, is there a case for strong universal social protection in India? Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Welfare SchemesPoverty and Hunger
Self-Help Groups (SHGs) can play a crucial role in alleviating rural poverty by providing women with access to microfinance, enabling them to start small businesses and improve their livelihoods. Examine.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPoverty and Hunger
Self-Help Groups (SHGs) have the potential to act as a powerful tool to break the vicious cycle of poverty in India. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPoverty and Hunger
How far do you agree with the view that India has nearly eradicated extreme poverty?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Poverty and HungerWelfare Schemes
Self-Help Groups (SHGs) can play a crucial role in alleviating rural poverty by providing women with access to microfinance, enabling them to start small businesses and improve their livelihoods.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
NGOs, SHGs and Civil SocietyPoverty and Hunger
How would you explain the persistence of high malnutrition rates with declining poverty rates in India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Poverty and HungerHealth