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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Quick mitigation with response to disaster are necessary to save life.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Disaster ManagementDisaster Risk Reduction
Why has there been an increased focus on negotiating, renegotiating and concluding Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) by India in recent years?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Trade and Foreign InvestmentMacroeconomic Indicators
What is the impact of emerging technologies on money laundering? What measures are necessary to address the issues arising out of it?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Money LaunderingCyber Security
India is home to 12 out of 15 most polluted cities of South Asia, with large amount of PM2.5 & PM10 and Ozone pollution.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
PollutionEnvironmental Governance
"The presence of hostile neighbours enables internal conflicts to get external support and prolongs them." Elaborate with examples.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Non-state ActorsExtremism
To achieve sustainable agriculture growth the focus must be on enhancing the income of small and marginal farmers. Discuss the extent to which government policies have succeeded in this objective.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Inclusive GrowthSubsidies and MSP
Discuss the role of market intelligence in the marketing of agricultural commodities.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Agricultural MarketingAgri-technology
The invisible nature of groundwater is a major obstacle in the path towards achieving the twin objectives of building climate resilience and meeting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Elucidate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Irrigation and WaterClimate Change
The extent of India's integration into the global value chain depends on harnessing the various opportunities and addressing the associated challenges. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Trade and Foreign InvestmentIndustrial Policy and Liberalisation
Recent drone incursions have exposed gaps in India's border management. Critically assess current strategies and suggest concise technological and policy reforms to enhance border security.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Border ManagementIndigenisation and Defence Technology
"India as a space superpower stands mightier than ever, but a space law that protects the country's sovereign, public and commercial interests is the need of the hour." Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Space TechnologyIntellectual Property
The recent rise in MSP of Kharif crops has brought back to discussion the efficacy and repercussions of agricultural price policies.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Subsidies and MSPFood Security and PDS
In the context of India's improving performance in Global Cyber Security Index of ITU, discuss the measures taken by India recently to strengthen the cyber security preparedness.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Cyber Security
Forest fires amplify climate change and loss of biodiversity. Explain the vulnerability of Indian forests to fire. Discuss the ways for effective prevention and control of forest fires in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Biodiversity and ConservationClimate Change
What are Small Modular Nuclear Reactors (SMRs)? Why are SMRs considered a safer alternative to conventional Nuclear Power Plants?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Energy
Explain the mechanism and occurrence of cloudburst in the context of the Indian subcontinent. Discuss two recent examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Disaster Management
While access to irrigation is important, efficiency of water use is equally, if not more, crucial. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Irrigation and WaterAgri-technology
Highlighting the significance of unconventional hydrocarbons for India, discuss the issues faced in their exploration and extraction.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
EnergyInfrastructure
Examine the role of capital expenditure in India's socio-economic development while highlighting the need to balance it with safety and environmental considerations.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Planning and Resource MobilisationInfrastructure
What do you understand by the term 'Fungiculture'? How and to what extent would it help supplement small farmers' income in India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
EmploymentInclusive Growth
Discuss the potential of digitization in harnessing the untapped potential of the food processing sector and resolving the challenges that it faces.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Food ProcessingInformation Technology and AI
India's border security is under severe pressure due to the rising political crisis in neighbouring countries. Elaborate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Border ManagementOrganised Crime
The maritime security domain requires collective multilateral and regional cooperation to combat non traditional threats. Discuss in the context of threats in the Western Indian Ocean and the recent amendments in the Djibouti Code of Conduct.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Maritime SecurityNon-state Actors
A transition to clean energy is a huge economic opportunity for India. Elucidate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
EnergyClimate Change