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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Explain how India faces numerous challenges in combating Transnational Organized Crime (TOC). Comment on the measures being taken to counter this threat.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Organised CrimeTerrorism
Often criticised as draconian by human rights activists, AFSPA is justified as a necessary evil by its supporters. Critically appraise the utility of Armed Forces Special Powers Act in light of the prevailing security situation.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Security Forces and AgenciesExtremism
Discuss the salient features of Agnipath scheme. Underlining the benefits of the scheme, mention ways to overcome associated challenges.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Security Forces and Agencies
Critically evaluate the status of Cyber Crime-related policies in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Cyber Security
Indian agriculture despite employing 45% population, accounts only 20% to GDP due to low diversification and orientation towards crops like pulses.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Crops and Cropping PatternsAgricultural Marketing
Evaluate the multifaceted challenges posed by Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) in India. Analyzing the socio-economic and political factors contributing to the persistence of Naxalism, examine the effectiveness of the government's strategies in addressing its root causes.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Extremism
How do food processing industries in India contribute to the total export and food sustainability? Give a note on the importance of MSP in this context.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Food ProcessingSubsidies and MSP
The resurgence of khalistan issue and radicalisation, propaganda spreading by miscreants shows the fragile security condition in Punjab and deteriorating law & order situation.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Non-state ActorsTerrorism
Discuss the significance of the International Solar Alliance and highlight the initiatives taken by it in recent times.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
EnergyInfrastructure
What is the "CYBER AASHVAST" Project ? Examine its role in addressing the problems associated with India's cyber security system.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Cyber Security
With the increasing use of the darknet and encrypted platforms for illegal activities, critically analyse the challenges these technologies pose to India’s internal security. Suggest effective policy and technological responses.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Cyber SecurityMedia and Social Networks
Evaluate the recent legislative measures and anti-terror agencies in India. Highlight the lacunae in these legislative measures and agencies. Additionally, discuss what needs to be done to address these issues.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Security Forces and AgenciesTerrorism
Explain the various causes and the effects of landslides. Also, discuss the measures to mitigate their impact, with a special emphasis on National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) guidelines.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Disaster ManagementDisaster Risk Reduction
Hypertension and cardiovascular diseases are often termed "silent killers" due to their asymptomatic progression and high mortality. Critically analyse the challenges India faces in early detection and management of these conditions.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Macroeconomic Indicators
Examine the impact of declining aerosol emissions on global warming, as highlighted by recent scientific studies. How should India balance air pollution control with climate mitigation goals?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
PollutionClimate Change
How do Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) function as Knowledge and Resource Centres of agriculture technology? Explain.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Agri-technology
The presence of extremism and insurgency goes beyond the reason of under development. Analyze the statement with reference to North East states of India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
ExtremismNon-state Actors
Examine the role of natural farming in promoting sustainable agriculture. Discuss the major challenges hindering its widespread adoption in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Crops and Cropping PatternsAgri-technology
Illegal cross border migration is one of the major security threats compromising India's national security.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Border ManagementOrganised Crime
Analyze the main objectives of the Bonn Climate Change Conference and discuss its significance in shaping global climate policy and the implementation of international climate agreements.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Climate ChangeEnvironmental Governance
Examine the opportunities and challenges that arise from the process of digitization of the Indian economy. How has the government's Digital India initiative contributed to it?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Information Technology and AIInclusive Growth
Suggest the measures needed to improve the employability of labour force as well as increasing number of employment opportunities in light of structural changes being brought by disruptive technologies.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
EmploymentInformation Technology and AI
Explain how the understanding of the concept of 'Sustainable Use' is vital for achieving environmental, social and economic sustainability. Mention the measures taken
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Biodiversity and ConservationInclusive Growth
Despite being one of the strongest growth engines of the Indian economy, there are certain upstream and downstream issues ailing the growth of food processing industries in India. Discuss. Suggest measures to strengthen the overall growth of food processing industries in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Food ProcessingAgricultural Marketing