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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Agri-startups have huge potential for socio-economic transformation in rural India. Examine.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Agri-technologyAgricultural Marketing
Explain the working principle of sodium-ion batteries. Discuss their advantages and limitations in comparison to lithium-ion batteries in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
EnergyEmerging Technologies
World Trade Organisation (WTO) was formed with the objective of imparting a long term and equitable solution to the dichotomy between free trade and food security; however, the objective has been marred by several factors. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Food Security and PDSTrade and Foreign Investment
Illegal and unregulated sand mining not just erodes the environment but also numerous lives. Comment
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
PollutionBiodiversity and Conservation
The Global Nutrition Report 2017 has pointed that India suffers from twin problems of 'Obesity and undernutrition'. Elaborate. Also, highlight the significance of fortified foods in tackling malnutrition.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Food Security and PDS
Agricultural Storage Facilities Development is a panacea for distress sale of farmers and food inflation for consumers. In this context Discuss the Scope and constraints of agriculture Storage sector in India
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Agricultural MarketingInfrastructure
Examine the potential of peri-urban agriculture in India. Also, suggest measures to address the challenges in pulse and vegetable oil sufficiency.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsAgricultural Marketing
Recently ISRO successfully technologically demonstrated the RLV i.e. Pushpak. Discuss its significance and potential benefits.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Space TechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Explain the process involved in the formation of cloudbursts and state their impact. Also, suggest measures to reduce the impact of cloudbursts.
Answered by 1 topper
Disaster ManagementDisaster Risk Reduction
With goal of One border one force, BSF monitoring across Bangladesh and Pakistan holds critical role, due to difficult terrain and disturbed areas. Discuss the necessity to extend its territorial jurisdiction. Also, examine potential issues and way forward.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Security Forces and AgenciesBorder Management
In the context of Artificial Intelligence (AI) development, how can India strike a balance between technological innovation and the need for inclusive growth that benefits marginalized communities. (15) 16. What are the major challenges to building disaster resilience in Indian cities? Enumerate the current initiatives and suggest improvements.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Information Technology and AIInclusive Growth
Much of the export growth of manufactured goods in India since the 1990s can be attributed to expansion of world trade and improved competitiveness. However, the potential of product and market diversification are yet to be fully exploited. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Trade and Foreign InvestmentIndustrial Policy and Liberalisation
Analyze the key reasons behind the decline in SEZs' growth and their underutilization in India. How does the Development of Enterprise and Service Hubs (DESH) Bill, 2022 aim to address them?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
India recently signed “Christchurch Call to Action” in 2019. In this line, elaborate on what signatory governments and online service providers should commit to address the issue of terrorist and violent extremist content online and to prevent the abuse of the internet.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Media and Social NetworksCyber Security
Despite the government's ambitious targets, rooftop solar installations in India are hindered by multi-ple factors. Elaborate. How far do you think that PM Surya Ghar Yojana can incentivise the adoption of roof-top solar installations?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
EnergyInfrastructure
Ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns for an environmentally conscious world is not possible without fundamental changes in lifestyle. Discuss this statement in light of Lifestyle for the Environment (LiFE) Movement.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Climate ChangeEnvironmental Governance
Increasing the share of rail freight in the overall modal mix could present a golden opportunity for India to shift to an efficient freight paradigm. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Infrastructure
“Aadhaar gained the currency of “proof of identity”, but in reality Aadhaar in its physical form is just a plain card which can be duplicated anytime anywhere’. Discuss how Aadhar poses an overall security threat.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Cyber SecurityMedia and Social Networks
Despite a robust Public Distribution System (PDS), food security remains a challenge to the Indian population. What are deficiencies in the current PDS system? Suggest reforms to improve the system.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Food Security and PDSSubsidies and MSP
Discuss the key provisions and significance of the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement. How will India benefit from signing and implementing this agreement? (10M)
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Biodiversity and ConservationEnvironmental Governance
Discuss the importance of critical minerals for India's economic security and technological advancement. How does the National Critical Minerals Mission seek to address the challenges in this domain.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
EnergyIndustrial Policy and Liberalisation
COP27, 2022 concluded in Egypt has adopted "Mangrove Alliance for Climate" to highlight the importance of mangroves in conservation and tackling of climate change. Discuss.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Biodiversity and ConservationClimate Change
The Armed Forces have finalized the structure for making integrated theatre commands. Evaluate the significance of theaterization in India's armed forces. (10M)
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Security Forces and AgenciesIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Naxalism is a social, economic and developmental issue manifesting as a violent internal security threat. In this context, discuss the emerging issues and suggest a multilayered strategy to tackle the menace of Naxalism.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Extremism