GS3 · Practice questions
Economy, environment, S&T, security
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Bioremediation refers to the use of microorganisms to mitigate soil and water pollution.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
PollutionBiotechnology
What factors have contributed to the sudden rise in the incidences of zoonotic diseases across the globe? Highlight the recent examples of pandemics caused by zoonotic pathogens.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
BiotechnologyBiodiversity and Conservation
Explain the concept of Outcome budgeting and discuss how it can be implemented effectively in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Fiscal Policy and Budgeting
Discuss the role of Food Corporation of India (FCI) in ensuring food security. What are the major issues and reforms needed in its operation?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Food Security and PDSSubsidies and MSP
What sets fiscal policy apart from monetary policy, and how do they influence the economy differently? Briefly elaborate on the tools that the RBI and the government employ to manage them.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Macroeconomic IndicatorsFiscal Policy and Budgeting
Identify the factors behind the high central and state fiscal deficit in India in recent times. Discuss its ramifications, and propose remedial measures.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Fiscal Policy and Budgeting
Project Tiger, a monumental initiative, highlights India's one of the successful conservation efforts and serves as a model for global wildlife protection. Examine.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Biodiversity and Conservation
Artificial sweeteners are frequently used to achieve weight loss and prevent lifestyle diseases such as diabetes. However, the WHO has suggested caution against their use. Highlight the different types of artificial sugars and point out the issues related to them. Mention the WHO recommendations on artificial sweeteners.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
BiotechnologyEmerging Technologies
Discuss the key provisions and significance of the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement. How will India benefit from signing and implementing this agreement?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Biodiversity and ConservationEnvironmental Governance
Highlight the significance of science and technology in agriculture with a special focus on biotechnology.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Agri-technologyBiotechnology
Blue Economy 2.0, focusing on coastal restoration and sustainable development, also needs to address the challenges to economic advancements in the coastal regions. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Inclusive GrowthInfrastructure
India's enduring struggle with insurgencies since independence reflects a complex interplay of historical grievances and contemporary challenges. Analyse. Also discuss the measures required to be taken to combat these internal security threats.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
ExtremismBorder Management
Inland fisheries play a crucial role in India's economy and food security. Discuss the challenges faced by the sector and suggest measures to enhance its productivity and sustainability.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Animal Rearing and Fisheries
Technology plays a multi-faceted role in augmenting the disaster management apparatus of the country. Discuss. Also, list the measures needed to enhance the usage of such technologies in managing disasters.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Disaster ManagementDisaster Risk Reduction
How do farm subsidies impact crop diversity, cropping patterns and agricultural sustainability in India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Subsidies and MSPCrops and Cropping Patterns
Examine the pivotal role of the nuclear energy program in fulfilling India's energy needs, and also emphasize the nation's strides in achieving self-reliance in this domain.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
EnergyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Briefly discuss the irrigation scenario of India and explain current initiatives for increasing the area under irrigation in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Irrigation and Water
Explain the concept of inclusive growth and its key indicators. How does it go beyond mere economic growth in measuring a nation's progress?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Inclusive GrowthMacroeconomic Indicators
Recently, there has been a surge in terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir. Analyze the reasons for this surge and suggest strategies to counter the threat.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
TerrorismBorder Management
How is Artificial Intelligence (AI) challenging the overall intellectual property paradigm? How can AI be balanced with intellectual property to foster innovation and incentivize creations and inventions?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Information Technology and AIIntellectual Property
Gaganyaan mission is a landmark endeavour for India, marking significant advancements in space exploration and contributing to broader national objectives; however, overcoming the associated technical and safety challenges is crucial for its success. Analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Evaluate why horticulture remains an understated contributor to India's agriculture. Discuss government measures that could enhance its global market share and address current challenges. (10M)
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Crops and Cropping PatternsAgricultural Marketing
In economic theory, international economics outlines relationship of a country with world economy.
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Macroeconomic IndicatorsTrade and Foreign Investment
Discuss the potential of carbon farming as a sustainable agricultural practice in mitigating climate change.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Climate ChangeBiodiversity and Conservation