GS3 · Practice questions
Economy, environment, S&T, security
1,500 questions, with how toppers answered each. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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"The recent radical trends in Punjab show that the Khalistan issue is still simmering." Discuss the statement with respect to recent developments and suggest measures to handle it.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 14 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Non-state ActorsExtremism
Explain the purpose of the "Mangrove Alliance for Climate" launched at the COP27 UN Climate Change Conference in Egypt in November 2022. Elaborate on the importance of mangroves in maintaining the coastal ecology of tropical nations.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 14 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Biodiversity and ConservationClimate Change
What are the key lessons for disaster management and environmental conservation in the Himalayan region, in light of the recent disaster in Joshimath, Uttarakhand?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 14 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Disaster ManagementEnvironmental Governance
The Formation of the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure brings more robustness to the Disaster Management approach in India. Comment and justify the need for a new strategy to tackle Disasters in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 14 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Disaster ManagementDisaster Risk Reduction
The anonymity and ease of drone operation contribute to the challenges of India's border security. Elaborate and give suggestions to tackle the drone problem in border areas.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 14 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Border ManagementOrganised Crime
Discuss the perceived successes and challenges of implementing inflation targeting under the new Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) regime.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Monetary PolicyMacroeconomic Indicators
The recent rise in ransomware attacks targeting critical infrastructure and major corporations has highlighted the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures and policies. Discussing the key factors contributing to this trend, analyze the impact of these attacks on various sectors.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Cyber SecurityMedia and Social Networks
Despite being a major contributor to the Indian economy, the agriculture sector is plagued by several constraints that impede its growth and development. Discuss the role of technology in overcoming these constraints.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Agri-technologyCrops and Cropping Patterns
"Green hydrogen can be the silver bullet in our quest to tackle climate change and pollution". Critically analyze the statement in light of India's National Green Hydrogen mission.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
EnergyClimate Change
Assess the potential of millet production in promoting sustainable agriculture and improving food security in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsFood Security and PDS
What do you understand by Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)? Discuss its applications and how it can revolutionize the energy program of India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
EnergyInfrastructure
Discuss in brief developments and challenges in the Gaganyaan mission of ISRO. What are the possible benefits of the mission for the society?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Electricity Amendment Bill, 2022 brings several advantages for consumers, DISCOMs as well as the environment. Elaborate. Also, list out its shortcomings and suggest some measures to overcome them.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
EnergyInfrastructure
Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) plays an important role in the regulation of the share market and safeguarding the interests of investors. In the light of given statement, highlight the challenges faced by the SEBI and suggest reforms in this regard.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Banking and FinancePlanning and Resource Mobilisation
How India benefitted strategically from the contributions of Dr. Homi Jehangir Bhabha and Dr. Vikram Ambalal Sarabhai in the fields of atomic energy and space technology respectively?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologySpace Technology
What do you understand by Windfall tax? Do you think that windfall taxes can effectively redistribute wealth and promote greater economic equality?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
TaxationFiscal Policy and Budgeting
Evaluate the impact of irrigation on the environment and natural resources, and suggest measures to ensure the sustainability and equity of irrigation practices in agriculture.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Irrigation and WaterCrops and Cropping Patterns
Jal Jeevan Mission has the potential to end the regional disparity in the availability and accessibility of drinking water. Highlighting the significance of the mission, discuss the underlying impediments in achieving the desired objectives.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
InfrastructureInclusive Growth
In the context of border security, how can cooperation and coordination between different security agencies be improved to ensure effective and efficient management of coastal and terrestrial borders?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 13 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Border ManagementSecurity Forces and Agencies
Genreative AI holds the potential to push the boundaries of innovation in the near future, yet its societal impact raises substantial challenges. Elaborate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 12 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Information Technology and AIEmerging Technologies
To what extent was the first National Monetization Pipeline (NMP) able to meet its objectives? What are the objectives of the new Asset Monetization Plan 2025–30 as announced in the recent 2025 Budget?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
InfrastructureInvestment Models
Examine the major challenges hindering the Indian textile industry from achieving its full potential in the global value chain.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Industrial Policy and LiberalisationTrade and Foreign Investment
Discuss the importance of integrating traditional ecological knowledge of India's tribal communities with modern disaster management frameworks. Mention two examples where indigenous practices have contributed to disaster resilience.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Disaster ManagementDisaster Risk Reduction
Chemical pollution poses a grave threat to human health and the environment in India. Discuss the key sources contributing to pervasive chemical contamination and evaluate the effectiveness of existing environmental laws in curbing this problem.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
PollutionEnvironmental Governance